Updated 25 March. In line with Public Health England guidance, we have taken the decision to close all six of our palaces and gardens until 31st May. We will be reviewing this and will keep you updated. Please read our statement for further information. Read our statement
Discover 1000 years of royal history in some of the country's most iconic historic palaces.
Plan an educational visit, search for learning resources, and take advantage of our CPD and training opportunities for teachers.
Everything you need to know when planning a visit to one of the palaces. Book school sessions led by expert presenters, or lead your own group visit using our resources.
Tower of London
Hampton Court Palace
Banqueting House
Kensington Palace
Hillsborough Castle and Gardens
Our multisensory sessions are designed to make learning at the palaces fun and accessible.
Tower of London
Hampton Court Palace
Kensington Palace
Hillsborough Castle and Gardens
Enrich your visit with activities and sessions designed for international students.
Tailor a visit to suit your children's needs with our digital missions and activity trails.
Tower of London
Hampton Court Palace
Banqueting House
Kensington Palace
Browse curriculum-based resources for use in school and at the palaces.
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We collaborate with teachers to design our schools programme. Sign up and take part in our many opportunities.
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Build your knowledge, skills and confidence with our tailored professional development sessions for educators.
Can your Key Stage 3 students piece together the life of Henry VIII? Join intrepid reporter Tracey Tooley in this Tudor-tastic video series, and investigate what really drove England’s most infamous monarch.
22 - 28 June 2020
Tower of London
Could your school be making Music at the Tower?
Join in this week-long festival and help us transform the sound of the Tower with performances from choirs and bands from across London.
15 - 19 June 2020
Hampton Court Palace
Come and help prepare for the ultimate Tudor extravaganza at our first ever day festival for schools.
Key Stages 1, 2, 3 and Special School students can immerse themselves in history.
Please read our terms and conditions before booking a school visit.
Read our terms and conditionsWe want children, young people and vulnerable adults to have meaningful, enjoyable and safe experiences when they visit our palaces.
SafeguardingHistoric Royal Palaces uses a range of security measures and procedures to minimise the possibility of terrorist, or other criminal activity taking place.
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