Mothers Day weekend May 10-11
Just in time for US Mother’s Day weekend, Hampton Court Palace is offering free entry to its historic gardens on May 10–11.
Set along the River Thames, the gardens span over 60 acres of formal landscaping and 750 acres of parkland, showcasing centuries of garden design from the Tudor era onward.
Highlights include:
- Great Fountain Garden — Created in 1689 for William III and Mary II, featuring 13 fountains along with manicured flower beds and yews.
- Privy Garden — One of the most accurate reconstructions of a baroque-style garden from 1702.
- Hampton Court Maze — The UK’s oldest surviving hedge maze built in the 1700s.
- Wilderness Garden — Once a formal 1680s pleasure garden, now a natural display of spring flowers and daffodils.
- Rose Garden — Once William III’s kitchen garden, this 1930s addition features classic and hybrid English roses.
- Great Vine — Planted in 1768 by Capability Brown, it remains the world’s largest grapevine and still produces fruit.
Whether you’re a garden lover, history buff, or just in search of a scenic stroll, the gardens offer a perfect Mother’s Day weekend outing.
Tip : If you miss this weekend or want to wander the gardens for free, save the July 1-6, September 13-14, October 18-19, November 22-23, and December 26.
Note : While these open days allow free access to the gardens, a palace admission ticket is still required to visit other areas of the palace.
www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-court-palace ✆ +44 2031 666000
Hampton Court Way, Molesey, East Molesey KT8 9AU
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