Private Guided Tour of Hampton Court Palace
Ex State Apartment Warder having worked at the Palace for over 18 years. Highly knowledgeable, having done many previous tours for Functions, Events and VIPs. A comprehensive tour of Hampton Court palace tailored to your historic interests. . I cover all aspects of the Palace's history including tales of Henry VIII, Ghostly stories, Grace & Favour, and all others who have lived there. I am a bubbly person who loves meeting new people & sharing the Palace history and engaging tales, that I can also tailor specifically for children as required. I also offer a ghostly tales tour (same duration & times) suitable for adults and children. Please mention this when you book.
Options
Without Costume
No costume: The guide will not wear the costume.
What's included in Private Guided Tour of Hampton Court Palace
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Hampton Court Palace
A comprehensive tour of Hampton Court palace tailored to your historic interests. I can also be in Tudor or Victorian authentic costume (note, no adults allowed in period costume). Children can wear what they like! I cover all aspects of the Palace's history including tales of Henry VIII, Ghostly stories, Grace & Favour, and all others who have lived there. You will see a Palace in two halves, half Tudor, half Baroque. Highlights include Henry's Great Hall, the Haunted Gallery, King Williams spectacular Staircase, Guard Chamber and the beautiful Versailles style gardens.
Inclusions
- Sheila also specializes in Ghost, LGBTQ+ & Grace and Favour tours
- Personal tour with your own knowledgeable guide with 18 years experience of working at The Palace.
- Sheila has a Level 2 Accreditation from the Institute of Tourist Guiding
- Sheila has an EDI Level 3 Diploma in Cultural Heritage (learning & interpretation)
- Food & Drink
- Gratuities
- Hampton Court Palace
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- West Gate - Main entrance (down drive) to Palace (not large gates by main road)
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Please note my tour does not include the entrance fee to Hampton Court Palace. The Palace re-opens on Thursday 20th May 2021. Entrance fees are; Adult £25.30, Concession £20.20, Children (5-15yo) £12.60. This includes gardens and any exhibitions.
