South East Activities

Hampton Court Palace, Surrey, KT8 9AU

Experience a magical new twist to your labyrinth journey. You will be enticed through the Maze by the tantalising sounds from Trace, the new soundwork returning the magic, mystery and intrigue to Hampton Court Palace's historic Maze.

Introducing Hampton Court Palace - visit the new new exhibition on the history of Hampton Court Palace - from its foundation in 1515 to the present day. Find out how the appearance and use of the palace has changed over five centuries and meet the residents who made Hampton Court their home. Discover what life was like at court and learn about some of the key events, trials and tribulations that took place here.

New permanent Gardens Exhibition - situated adjacent to the East Front Gardens, this new exhibition will help you understand the evolution of the historic royal gardens at Hampton Court, from their Tudor beginnings in the early 16th century right up to the present day.

Re-presentation of Tudor Kitchens - 500 years ago feasts for thousands of people at court were prepared in Hampton Court Palace's now famous Tudor kitchens.

The new presentation will communicate the sheer size and scale of the operation of the kitchens. Using sound, light, smell, and a stunning array of recreated sixteenth century kitchen equipment the kitchens will demonstrate how such an enormous Court was fed with Royal style.

Experience Tudor recipes, ingredients, utensils and traditional cooking methods, preparing a typical meal, and giving visitors an exclusive and fascinating look at the historic kitchens up-and-running as they would have been used when King Henry VIII lived at the palace.

Dates for Live Cookery Events

• November 4 to 5
• December 27 to January 1

Essential information

• Nearest station: Richmond
• Please contact the venue directly for information about disabled access
• General Admission tickets normally £12.30 per adult, £8 per child

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The meal

• Garlic bread
• Baked dough balls
• Sloppy giuseppe
• Margherita
• Salade nicoise

Your meal is two-courses from a selected pre-theatre menu. Any additional items such as additional courses or drinks are not included.

Essential information

• Nearest station: Richmond
• Please contact the venue directly for information about disabled access