Hampton Court Palacd
Day Out Diaries

Hampton Court

Visited 17th October 2026
All day
Family of 3 (3 kids)
Great family day out
VisitedOctober 2026
Time SpentAll day
LocationHampton Court Palace, East Molesey, Surrey, KT8 9AU
WhoFamily of 3 (3 kids)
TicketsAdvance booking required
Travel Time4+ hours from Tonbridge
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Our Arrival & First Impressions

Entrance

Easy to access, lovely entrance and well sign posted.

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Activities Breakdown

Inside palace
Gardens

There is loads to do. The magic garden play area was a highlight along with the palace itself.

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    Magic Garden

    Amazing play area for children with cafe
    Entrance to play area is near these horses
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Food & Drink

We brought our own food and had a picnic

Money-Saving Tip

Bring your own food as picnics are allowed

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Pros & Cons Summary

Positive

What We Loved

  • TickSet up for all ages to visit
Negative

Could Be Better

  • CrossChapel was closed when we visited
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Overall Verdict & Ratings

C Tried & Tested - Day Out With The Kids
Safety & Cleanliness5.0

Great place

Rides & Entertainment5.0

Loads to see and do

Food & Drink5.0

We brought our own but lots of options

Queues & Crowds5.0

Not too busy even on a sunny Saturday

Fun & Delight5.0

Lots of things to see and do

Value for Money4.0

Quite expensive but good with discount from days out and it is a full days experience. Helpful blue Peter badge holders get in free

The Final Verdict:

Loved it! We’d go again!

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"Fun for everyone "
Emma SW
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