Summer open days at Lambeth Palace, May – Aug 2026
If you’ve ever fancy having a shufti around the stunning Lambeth Palace, here’s your chance to look around its historic halls and rooms during on summer open days, in aid …
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If you’ve ever fancy having a shufti around the stunning Lambeth Palace, here’s your chance to look around its historic halls and rooms during on summer open days, in aid of charity.
Visitors will be able to take in self-guided tours through some of the Palace’s most historic and significant spaces, including:
- The State Rooms – where generations of Archbishops have welcomed guests and dignitaries.
- The Guard Room – one of their stunning historical halls dating back to the 14th century.
- The Great Hall – built in 1663 by Archbishop William Juxon.
- The Crypt Chapel – a sacred space for prayer and reflection.
Please note that the Palace gardens will sadly be closed due to ongoing works.
Dates and Charity Hosts
29th May 2026 – Help Musicians
Help Musicians is the UK’s leading charity supporting professional musicians of all genres, from those just starting out to people in retirement. For over 100 years, the charity has provided vital support through financial assistance, health and wellbeing services, and career development opportunities, helping musicians navigate both moments of crisis and opportunity.
Buy Tickets via Help Musicians
26th June 2026 – Arts for Dementia
Arts for Dementia works to transform the lives of people living with early‑stage dementia, and those who care for them, through inspiring arts experiences. The charity collaborates with artists and cultural organisations to deliver creative workshops that boost confidence, wellbeing and connection—championing the powerful role of the arts in enabling people with dementia to live fuller, more active lives.
31st July 2026 – Mothers’ Union
Mothers’ Union is a global Christian charity with members in over 80 countries, working to support family life and strengthen communities. Founded in 1876, the movement puts faith into action through practical outreach, advocacy and prayer, promoting peace, justice and compassion while responding to local needs with care and generosity.
28th August 2025 – The Passage
The Passage is one of the UK’s leading charities dedicated to preventing and ending homelessness in London. Working in areas of greatest need, the charity supports people experiencing or at risk of homelessness through immediate help, accommodation, and long‑term pathways to stability—ensuring everyone has the opportunity to find safety, dignity and a place to call home.
Tickets
Tickets for the Lambeth Palace HOPE Days are available for advance purchase online. Advance booking is the best way to secure your ticket due to high demand, though there will be limited on‑the‑day ticket availability.
To secure your place, please purchase tickets directly through the charity host. HOPE Days are hosted in partnership with charities to support their work, with proceeds contributing to the vital community programmes they deliver.
Early booking is recommended, as HOPE Days traditionally attract strong interest from visitors eager to explore the Palace’s historic rooms and support charitable causes.
Location
Lambeth Palace
Lambeth Palace, London SE1 7JU
