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Modern Royals
Kensington Palace is the official residence of TRH The Prince and Princess of Wales and their children.
The story of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens
‘The Grandest House in County Down’
The story of Kew Palace
Britain's smallest royal palace and George III's private retreat
Jean Tijou Screen at Hampton Court Palace
The glorious 300-year-old Tijou Screen marks the southern boundary of the Privy Garden at Hampton Court Palace. It was designed for William III and Mary II in 1689 by Jean Tijou – one of the greatest ironworkers who ever lived.
Protecting wildlife and their habitat at Home Park
Park Ranger Eleanor Evetts explores the importance of nature conservation efforts at Home Park at Hampton Court Palace.
The gardens at Hampton Court Palace
A brief history of the famous royal gardens
What's on
- Events
- Workshops
Garden Workshops
Join our expert gardeners in workshops and explore Hillsborough Castle's historic gardens.
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Selected dates until 04 September
- 10.30 - 12.30
- Hillsborough Castle
- Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- Events
- Things to see
- Families
- Easter
Spring Spectacular
An extravaganza of buds, bulbs and blooms in Hillsborough Castle's stunning gardens.
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15 March - 05 May 2025
- In line with gardens opening hours
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in all admission tickets (Members go free)
- Tours and talks
- Events
Spring Spectacular workshops
Enjoy a series of garden workshops this spring as part of Spring Spectacular. Create your seasonal bouquets or try planting your own flowers and vegetables.
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05 - 26 May 2025
- 11 - 15.30
- Hillsborough Castle
- Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- Things to see
Hampton Court Gardens
Take time to explore and relax in these world-renowned gardens and find our free entry Garden Open Days dates.
- Open
- In line with palace opening hours
- Hampton Court Palace
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- Things to see
Lady Alice's Temple
Take a seat in this 19th-century temple and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding gardens.
- In line with gardens opening hours
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in all admission tickets (Members go free)
- Things to see
Jubilee Parterre
Discover a charming formal garden and find out why the castle's 19th-century summer house is so unusual.
- In line with gardens opening hours
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in all admission tickets (Members go free)
Discover more
Modern Royals
Kensington Palace is the official residence of TRH The Prince and Princess of Wales and their children.
Jean Tijou Screen at Hampton Court Palace
The glorious 300-year-old Tijou Screen marks the southern boundary of the Privy Garden at Hampton Court Palace. It was designed for William III and Mary II in 1689 by Jean Tijou – one of the greatest ironworkers who ever lived.
Protecting wildlife and their habitat at Home Park
Park Ranger Eleanor Evetts explores the importance of nature conservation efforts at Home Park at Hampton Court Palace.
National plant collections
Hampton Court Palace is the holder of three important National Plant Collections – Heliotropium, Lantana and Queen Mary II’s Exoticks which is designated a Heritage Collection.
Reviving Mary II's Citrus Collection at Hampton Court
In the 17th century, Mary II displayed over 2000 citrus plants at Hampton Court Palace. And now, thanks to the hard work of our gardeners, part of Mary's collection has been recreated.
Northern Irish Plant Varieties at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens
Northern Ireland is home to a rich variety of rare and historic plants, many of which can be found at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens. Gardens Manager Claire Woods explores the history behind growing these plants and the importance of conserving them for future generations.