Halloween Celebrations at Hampton Court Palace 2024

Explore Henry VIII's notoriously haunted palace for Halloween 2024 the spookiest time of the year at Hampton Court Palace.

This October half-term lose yourself in atmospheric projections and creepy sound effects as the palace is transformed by magical spells.

As you tiptoe through the dark winding corridors and courtyards you’ll feel the chilling presence of our infamous ghosts hiding around every corner. Keep your distance – these ghosts are best kept to the past.

A Family Halloween Adventure:

Designed to put you on edge rather than push you over it prepare yourself for an exciting family adventure that you won’t forget. The palace has been haunted for hundreds of years and will be for hundreds more. Please remember to treat the ghosts with respect. Be kind to them and allow them space to live in peace. They will be haunting the palace between 10:00 – 16:00 each day.

Please note that the ghosts will be in full ghoulish make-up and costume which some visitors may find scary. Children must accompany their adults at all times in case they get spooked!

Boo and the Grey Lady of Hampton Court Palace:

Join the spooky storytellers for a spine-tingling adventure on the trail of the Grey Lady of Hampton Court. Everyone is welcome. Children must accompany their adults at all times in case the adults get spooked! This will take place at 11:30 12:30 14:00 and 15:00 in the King's Guard Chamber and William III's Apartments and will last approximately 15 minutes.

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