Hampton Court Palace Surrey Events & Parties
If there’s one British royal who knew how to indulge, it was Henry VIII. Follow in his footsteps and throw a party in his favoured residence, Hampton Court Palace in Surrey, just outside London. Nestled on the bank of the River Thames, this striking palace has been hosting galas, celebrations, and banquets since 1514 and has seen royals and dignitaries pass through its halls for more than 500 years.
Small event spaces and grand halls are yours to choose from to host your next event. Go traditional with a large party in the Great Hall or Cartoon Gallery with stunning artwork on the walls or choose something more intimate with the Little Banqueting House, a charming building in the palace gardens. For something truly extravagant, marquees can be set up in the 750-acres of parkland in the grounds, allowing you to host an event for hundreds of guests, overlooking one of the most magnificent palaces in the country.
Give your guests the royal treatment with a private tour of the palace and gardens before or during your event and enjoy five-star service from your dedicated event manager, experienced team and your choice of approved award-winning external caterers.
Highlights of Hampton Court Palace Surrey Events & Parties:
- Stunning 16th-century palace
- Intimate and grand event spaces to choose from
- 60 acres of immaculate gardens
- Christmas party packages available
- On-site parking
Capacity
Up to
400
Standing 
Up to
270
Dining 
Up to
250
Theatre 
Up to
16
Boardroom 
Up to
180
Dinner & Dance Facilities
Dry Hire
Spaces At This Venue
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The Garden Room
A 1920s-style orangery with its own private walled garden, the Garden Room is a perfect mid-large venue for a day and evening event. Light, bright and airy, this is a contemporary option within the palace grounds, with stunning French windows that line the building and lead onto a paved terrace and garden.
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The Great Hall
The Great Hall was originally designed as a feasting chamber for Henry VIII and offers a magnificent setting for grand celebrations and lavish wedding receptions. Features include stained-glass windows, beautiful tapestries, and a magnificent hammer-beam ceiling. The Great Hall is licensed for civil ceremonies of up to 200 guests.
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The Little Banqueting House
The Little Banqueting House is a small but impressive space in Hampton Court Palace for intimate events. Located within the gardens and with beautiful views of the Thames, this venue has all the Tudor and Baroque splendour of the palace on a smaller scale. Paintings from Antonio Verrio create an elaborate backdrop for wedding ceremonies, dinners, or receptions.
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Large Scale Marquee Spaces
Go big with your next event by booking a marquee on one of the areas of parkland within Hampton Court Palace’s grounds. Within the 60 acres of gardens, the 20th-Century Garden is a more contemporary area with ornamental trees that can host a mid-large event. Home Park is the largest area filled with ancient oaks and deer and will feel like your very own estate. And finally, there’s Fountain Court, a Baroque quadrangle with an impressive pool and fountain.
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A 1920s-style orangery with its own private walled garden, the Garden Room is a perfect mid-large venue for a day and evening event. Light, bright and airy, this is a contemporary option within the palace grounds, with stunning French windows that line the building and lead onto a paved terrace and garden.
Guest Capacity
Standing: 0 - 300Dining: 0 - 180
Theatre: 0 - 250
Dinner & Dance: 0 - 180
Features
Wi-FiNatural light
Accessible venue
The Great Hall was originally designed as a feasting chamber for Henry VIII and offers a magnificent setting for grand celebrations and lavish wedding receptions. Features include stained-glass windows, beautiful tapestries, and a magnificent hammer-beam ceiling. The Great Hall is licensed for civil ceremonies of up to 200 guests.
Guest Capacity
Sitting: 0 - 270Standing: 0 - 400
The Little Banqueting House is a small but impressive space in Hampton Court Palace for intimate events. Located within the gardens and with beautiful views of the Thames, this venue has all the Tudor and Baroque splendour of the palace on a smaller scale. Paintings from Antonio Verrio create an elaborate backdrop for wedding ceremonies, dinners, or receptions.
Guest Capacity
Standing: 0 - 50Dining: 0 - 50
Theatre: 0 - 50
Features
Natural light
Go big with your next event by booking a marquee on one of the areas of parkland within Hampton Court Palace’s grounds. Within the 60 acres of gardens, the 20th-Century Garden is a more contemporary area with ornamental trees that can host a mid-large event. Home Park is the largest area filled with ancient oaks and deer and will feel like your very own estate. And finally, there’s Fountain Court, a Baroque quadrangle with an impressive pool and fountain.
Guest Capacity
Standing: 0 - 3000Dining: 0 - 1500
Dinner & Dance: 0 - 1000
Events Catering
Location
Nearby Hotels
- Hotel Bosco
- The Talbot Inn
- Pinewood Hotel
- Hilton London Syon Park
Nearby Restaurants
- Mezzet Restaurant
- Casa Mia
- L’Affamato
- The Mute Swan
Nearby Parks
- Hampton Court Park
- Bushy Park
- Richmond Park
- Kew Gardens
Nearby Attractions
- Hampton Court Maze
- York House Gardens
- Strawberry Hill House
- Orleans House Gallery
Venue Testimonials
Beautiful palace! Steeped in history going back over 500years[...] One of the most beautiful buildings and gardens in the UK.
Rob E
Absolutely a beautiful Palace, we spent most of our day in Hampton Court and the surrounding area. You feel as if your walking back in time, the Palace is well maintained, as well as all the artifacts inside. The murals are quite impressive, and each room looks era correct.
Nathan R
It was so wonderful, the gardens were beautiful, the maze fun [...] the staff all welcoming & knowledgeable, the house just gorgeous [...] all facilities spotless! Ample parking too.Can't recommend enough.
Damaris S
Frequently Asked Questions
Weddings and events at Hampton Court Palace can be large and small. The Garden Room, a popular event space, can host up to 180 guests banqueting or theatre style, and the Great Hall can host up to 220 guests. The largest of the spaces is Home Park, which can host up to 3,000 guests for drinks or 1,500 for dinner.
Hotels nearby include:
- Hotel Bosco, from £85 per night
- The Talbot Inn, from £99 per night
- Hilton London Syon Park, from £118 per night
Yes, there is on-site parking at Hampton Court Palace, with 220 car spaces available.
Catering must be hired separately from a list of approved suppliers for events at Hampton Court Palace.
