Royal Collection Trust - Welcome back to the royal residences

 

APRIL 2021

WE'RE REOPENING

We’re pleased to tell you that we’ll be reopening our sites this spring. The Palace of Holyroodhouse will reopen on 26 April, and on the same day a new exhibition will open at The Queen’s Gallery, Edinburgh. Windsor Castle and The Queen’s Gallery, London will reopen on 17 May. Finally, we're excited to announce that Buckingham Palace Garden will be available to visit as part of a guided tour from 17 April, or plan to explore for yourself with unique access this summer. Read on to find out all the details and how to book your tickets. Remember all our venues are COVID-secure. PLAN A VISIT

VISIT Picnic at Buckingham Palace Buckingham Palace 9 July - 19 September 2021  This summer enjoy Buckingham Palace Garden like never before. You'll be free to wander the garden's winding paths at your own pace and discover the beauty of this hidden oasis. Then, when you've finished exploring, lay out your picnic on the sweeping lawns and relax as you look up at the Palace's magnificent rear façade. A true once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. FIND OUT MORE

VISIT Tour the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace Buckingham Palace Selected dates from 21 May From May you'll be able to tour the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace. These small-group guided tours give you the opportunity to see the beautiful rooms where The Queen and members of the Royal Family receive and entertain their guests on State, ceremonial and official occasions. BOOK YOUR TOUR

VISIT Springtime in The Queen's London garden Buckingham Palace Selected dates from 17 April  Enjoy the tranquillity of Buckingham Palace Garden when it's not usually open to the public and discover its highlights on a tour led by one of our expert wardens. You'll be given special access to the 39-acre grounds and be able to see the garden at its springtime fullest, with its meadows carpeted with primroses and bluebells, and its magnolias and azaleas overflowing with blossoms. PLAN YOUR VISIT

ACTIVITY Virtual tours of the royal residences Selected dates April - June For those of you unable to visit us in person in the near future, we are running a series of virtual tours at Windsor Castle, the Palace of Holyroodhouse and Buckingham Palace. Join one of our online events, including one specially created for families, as our wardens take you on a journey through some of the highlights and treasures of the royal residences.  MORE INFO

VISIT Windsor Castle will reopen 17 May Windsor Castle From 17 May Visit the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. In the State Apartments explore ceremonial rooms that are used today by The Queen and members of the Royal Family, and also discover historical rooms that were built for Charles II and his Queen, Catherine of Braganza. FIND OUT MORE

EXHIBITION Masterpieces from Buckingham Palace The Queen's Gallery, London From 17 May Our five-star exhibition returns from 17 May. Get up close to works by some of the most famous artists in the world, including Titian, Rembrandt and Vermeer. Usually on display in Buckingham Palace's Picture Gallery, these are 65 of the most important paintings in the Royal Collection. Advanced booking essential.  MORE ABOUT THE EXHIBITION