Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre
4 December – 13 December 2026
The Great Fountain Garden, Hampton Court Palace, Hampton Court, Greater London(KT8 9AU)
Henry VIII's palace at Hampton Court gives its Great Fountain Garden over to the Festive Fayre for two weekends in December, when more than 100 independent artisan producers set out their stalls. Live music drifts from the bandstand all day, and the second weekend brings still more stallholders to discover. Inside, the Winter Palace is set in the palace rooms; there is also an ice rink with its own ticket, and visitors aged 18 or over can upgrade to the Festive Lounge. The Fayre itself comes with palace admission, and members go free. Tickets must be booked ahead, as a place is not guaranteed for anyone who turns up without one.
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What to expect
Date & times
4 December – 13 December 2026
Getting there
The Great Fountain Garden, Hampton Court Palace, Hampton Court, Greater London (KT8 9AU for sat nav)
Dogs
Assistance dogs only
Accessibility
Available: Accessible parking / blue badge parking. Not confirmed: Wheelchair accessible, Step-free access, Accessible toilets, Accessible viewing areas.
Stalls
Stall list coming soon
Live schedule
Full timetable available when market goes live
Interactive map
Site map with GPS location available when market goes live
Live announcements
Real-time updates available when market goes live
Accessibility
Confirmed:
- Accessible parking / blue badge parking
Not confirmed:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible viewing areas
Notes
A carer or companion can have a free ticket, booked in advance with supporting documents. Parking on site is limited, cannot be pre-booked and is card only; there are 10 Blue Badge bays. Toilets are open on site, but there is no Changing Places toilet at present, and there are no lockers.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre in 2026?
It runs over two weekends: Friday 4, Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December 2026, then Friday 11, Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 December 2026. The second weekend brings even more independent stallholders.
What are the opening times?
10am to 5pm on each of the six days. The palace itself closes at 4.30pm, except on Friday 11 December.
How do I get in, and does it cost extra?
The Festive Fayre is included in palace admission, and palace members go free. Pre-booking is required, and entry without a pre-booked ticket cannot be guaranteed. A carer or companion can have a free ticket, booked in advance with supporting documents. The Festive Lounge (18 or over) and the Ice Rink are sold separately.
Is there parking?
Parking on site is limited, cannot be pre-booked and is card only. There are 10 Blue Badge bays.
What is there to see and do?
More than 100 independent producers have stalls in the Great Fountain Garden, with live music at the bandstand throughout the day. The Winter Palace is in the palace rooms, and the Ice Rink is sold as a separate ticket.
Can I bring my dog?
No. Dogs are not permitted in the palace, courtyards or gardens unless they are trained assistance dogs. If you are bringing an assistance dog, tell the organisers in advance.
Is the Festive Fayre accessible?
A carer or companion ticket is free when booked in advance with supporting documents. There are 10 Blue Badge parking bays, and toilets are open on site, but there is no Changing Places toilet at present.
Can I bring my own food and drink?
Yes, you are welcome to bring your own food and drink.
Where is the Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre?
In the Great Fountain Garden at Hampton Court Palace, KT8 9AU. The entrance is through the Trophy Gate.
How do I get to the Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre?
Hampton Court train station is a five-minute walk from the palace, with trains from London Waterloo every 30 minutes (Travelcard zone 6). Buses 111, 216, 411, 461, 513 and R68 serve the palace.
Is there a cash machine at the Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre?
No, there is no cash machine on site, and some producers do not accept cards.
Can I leave bags at the Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre?
There are no lockers on site.
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