Visit Lambeth Palace HOPE day

Step inside one of London’s most historic hidden gems, Lambeth Palace, as the doors are opened to the public for a Heritage Open Palace Experience (HOPE) Day, with 100% of proceeds from ticket sales going directly to support our work at Arts for Dementia.

HOPE days are special summer events where Lambeth Palace opens its doors to allow the public inside to explore the working Palace. Visitors will enjoy self-guided tours through some of the Palace’s most historic and significant spaces, including:

• The State Rooms – where generations of Archbishops have welcomed guests and dignitaries.
• The Guard Room – one of our stunning historical halls dating back to the 14th century.
• The Great Hall – built in 1663 by Archbishop William Juxon.
• The Crypt Chapel – a sacred space for prayer and reflection.

The Palace gardens will sadly be closed due to ongoing works.

Please note that security checks will be in operation.

These HOPE Days are a rare opportunity to share the rich history and hospitality of Lambeth Palace while raising funds and awareness for fantastic causes. This day is in support of Arts for Dementia.

Entry will be from 12:00 to 16:00. Tickets allow guests a maximum of 1 hour on site – i.e. a ticket for 12:00 permits access from 12:00 to 13:00. This limit is to prevent overcrowding and to ensure a smooth flow of visitors.

Opening Times: Friday 26 June 2026, from 12:00pm to 16:00pm (last entry at 15:15pm).

Ticket Price: £12 (plus a £1.70 booking fee) per person aged 12+. Everyone attending must have their own ticket.

Entry Times: Tickets are sold in 30-minute time slots. Please arrive within your allocated time to help ensure a smooth experience for all visitors.

Late arrivals may not be admitted, and no refunds will be issued for missed entry times.

Visitor Conduct

• All visitors must follow instructions from Lambeth Palace staff, Help Musicians, and charity volunteers.

• Flash photography, tripods, and selfie sticks are not permitted inside the Palace.

• Visitors are expected to respect the historic nature of the site and behave considerately toward other guests and residents.

Health and Safety

• All visitors must comply with current health and safety regulations, including any COVID-19 measures in place at the time.

• Lambeth Palace reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone not adhering to safety protocols.

Liability

• Lambeth Palace is not responsible for personal injury, loss, or damage to personal belongings.

• Visitors enter the premises at their own risk.

Changes and Cancellations

• Lambeth Palace reserves the right to amend or cancel the event schedule without prior notice. In such cases, ticket holders will be offered a full refund from the charity.

• In unforeseen circumstances, terms and conditions may be updated without notice.

Privacy

• Personal information collected during the ticketing process will be handled in line with the partnered charity’s privacy policy.

• By purchasing a ticket, visitors consent to the collection and use of their data as outlined in that policy.

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