Discover 1,000 years of 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.
We are now open for bookings for the 2023-2024 academic year. We recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.
Gunpowder plot resources
Ready-to-use classroom activities about the Gunpowder Plot including a high quality dramatised video, image banks and discussion questions.
Gunpowder Plot ResourcesVisit one of the palaces
Plan and book a school visit
Everything you need to know when planning a school visit to one of the palaces.
Tower of London Hampton Court Palace Kensington Palace Hillsborough Castle & GardensAccess Fund for schools
Applications for 2023/24 are now closed.
International schools
Enrich your visit with activities designed for international students.
Home educators
Tailor a visit to suit your children's needs with our activity trails.
Tower of London
Hampton Court Palace
Kensington Palace
Online and Outreach School Sessions
Online school sessions
Led by experienced presenters on Zoom, take a journey through time to meet historical figures and uncover history from your classroom. Our sessions support the study of History, English and Citizenship.
The Tower of London Schools Coronation Competition
In January 2023, we invited schools across the UK to take part in an exciting competition to mark the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III.
Search learning resources
Browse curriculum-based resources for use in school and at the palaces.
Games
Ready, set, play! Check out our interactive game resources for students to play in school or at home.
Opportunities for teachers
Join our Teacher Network
We collaborate with teachers to design our schools programme. Sign up and take part in our many opportunities.
find out moreCPD and Training
Build your knowledge, skills and confidence with our tailored professional development sessions for educators.
Terms and conditions
Please read our terms and conditions before booking a school visit.
Read our Terms and conditionsSafeguarding
We want children, young people and vulnerable adults to have meaningful, enjoyable and safe experiences when they visit our palaces.
SafeguardingSafety and security
Historic Royal Palaces uses a range of security measures and procedures to minimise the possibility of terrorist, or other criminal activity taking place.
Security StatementWinner - The Sandford Award for Heritage Education 2018
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William Kent
Royal artist, architect and designer to Georgian kings
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Shop homewares
In our home section you will find stylish lifestyle home accessories and furnishings, including cushions, tapestries, ornaments and much more which will add those finishing touches to make your room complete.
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Shop Anne Boleyn gifts
Discover our unique collection of Anne Boleyn books, jewellery and gifts, including her 'B' necklace which you can personalise with your chosen initial.
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Shop jewellery
Choose from our stunning collection of jewellery, including pieces inspired by the palaces and the people who lived in them. These beautiful collections include necklaces, rings, earrings, charm bracelets, bangles and pendants.
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