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Patriotic events and dates to remember across the country. Great British PAC is not responsible for 3rd party events.
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Halloween at Hampton Court Palace
Hampton Court Palace
Sat, 24 October 2026 – Sun, 1 November 2026
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
An October half-term programme at Hampton Court Palace with projections, sound effects and ghostly figures inside the palace, an autumn trail in the Wilderness, and daily storytelling in the King's Guard Chamber.
Halloween at the Tower of London
Tower of London · London
Sat, 24 October 2026 – Sun, 1 November 2026
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
An October half-term programme at the Tower of London with costumed ghostly characters, sound effects, timed gatherings and a ghost-spotting trail.
November 2026
Members-Only Concert: Remember, Remember the Fifth of November
Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula, Tower of London · London
Thu, 5 November 2026, 19:00–20:00
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces (selling tickets as agent for the Chapel Royal, Tower of London)
An evening concert in the Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula tracing the Gunpowder Plot through music and narration. It features the Choir of the Chapels Royal, HM Tower of London, and curator Brett Dolman.
The Vulcan and Cold War Experience
RAF Museum London · London
Wed, 11 November 2026
Organised by Royal Air Force Museum
A roughly 75-minute experience at RAF Museum London. Visitors can sit in the cockpits of the Avro Vulcan B2 and McDonnell Douglas Phantom FGR2, then take a behind-the-barriers tour of other Cold War aircraft.
The Lord Mayor's Show
Starts at Mansion House · City of London
Sat, 14 November 2026, 11:00
Organised by The Lord Mayor's Show
The Lord Mayor's Show procession sets off from Mansion House at 11am on Saturday 14 November 2026 and passes through much of the City of London. The organisers say it is free to all.
Members-Only Ceremony of the Keys
Tower of London · London
Sun, 15 November 2026, 21:30
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A members-only chance to watch the Ceremony of the Keys, the nightly locking up of the Tower of London, which has taken place every night for at least 700 years.
The AIR 81 Series (Lunchtime Lecture: The Air Ministry Regrets: Facts, fiction, and emotional truths in the AIR81 series)
Lecture Theatre, RAF Museum Midlands · Cosford
Thu, 19 November 2026, 12:00
Organised by Royal Air Force Museum
A free lunchtime lecture by Stuart Hadaway and Emily Walton of the Air Historical Branch on the AIR 81 files, the Air Ministry's Second World War RAF casualty records now held at The National Archives. It is held in person at RAF Museum Midlands and streamed online.
Hampton Court Palace ice rink
Hampton Court Palace · East Molesey
Fri, 20 November 2026, 10:00 – Sun, 3 January 2027
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A seasonal outdoor ice rink in front of Hampton Court Palace, open from 20 November 2026 to 3 January 2027 except Christmas Day. Reduced-capacity sessions with calmer lighting and music run from 10:00 daily.
The Second Margaret Thatcher Centre Annual Academic Symposium
Møller Institute, Churchill College · Cambridge
Fri, 20 November 2026, 12:30–19:00
Organised by Margaret Thatcher Centre
A half-day conference on Margaret Thatcher's legacy and the geopolitical and economic shifts of her era, forty years on from the Single European Act. Chaired by the Centre's academic director, Dr Tim Aker, with speakers including the Rt Hon Sir Malcolm Rifkind KC, Michael McManus, the Rev Jonathan Aitken, Lord Norton of Louth, Lord Elliott of Mickle Fell, Professor Catherine Barnard and Peter Just. Registration from 12.30pm, buffet lunch at 1pm, sessions until 6pm, then an hour's drinks reception. Business attire.
Gardens open days (Hampton Court Palace)
Hampton Court Palace gardens · East Molesey
Sat, 21 November 2026 – Sun, 22 November 2026
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
On set dates, Hampton Court Palace's gardens are free to enter with no ticket or pre-booking. Entry to the Palace, the Maze and the Magic Garden still needs a ticket.
The Vulcan and Cold War Experience
RAF Museum London · London
Tue, 24 November 2026
Organised by Royal Air Force Museum
A roughly 75-minute experience at RAF Museum London. Visitors can sit in the cockpits of the Avro Vulcan B2 and McDonnell Douglas Phantom FGR2, then take a behind-the-barriers tour of other Cold War aircraft.
35 Years since the Gulf War (Virtual Lecture: 35 years since Desert Storm: Saddam, AI, and the future of Air Warfare)
Online
Thu, 26 November 2026, 18:00
Organised by Royal Air Force Museum
A free online lecture by Ioannis Sidiropoulos on Operation Desert Storm as an early sign of the questions raised by AI in air warfare. It compares US and European approaches to military AI and accountability.
December 2026
Members-Only Christmas Carol Service
The Chapel Royal, Hampton Court Palace · Hampton Court
Mon, 7 December 2026, 19:30
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A service of Christmas carols and lessons sung by the Chapel Royal Choir in the Chapel Royal at Hampton Court Palace, for Historic Royal Palaces members only. Doors open at 19:00.
Little Swifts
RAF Museum London (usually room H6) · London
Tue, 8 December 2026, 10:30–11:30
Organised by Royal Air Force Museum
A free one-hour session at RAF Museum London for pre-school children aged 2 to 5, with songs, movement, stories, craft and messy play linked to the museum's collection.
Members-Only Christmas Carol Service
The Chapel Royal, Hampton Court Palace · Hampton Court
Wed, 9 December 2026, 19:30
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A service of Christmas carols and lessons sung by the Chapel Royal Choir in the Chapel Royal at Hampton Court Palace, for Historic Royal Palaces members only. Doors open at 19:00.
RAF Aircraft Procurement: Air Ministry Specifications and Design Competitions
Online
Thu, 10 December 2026, 18:00
Organised by Royal Air Force Museum
An online lecture by aviation historian Tony Buttler on how the Air Ministry procured new RAF aircraft through specifications and design competitions from the 1930s to the 1950s. It is hosted by the RAF Museum on Crowdcast.
Carols by Candlelight
Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula, Tower of London · London
Thu, 10 December 2026, 19:00–20:00
Organised by The Chapel Royal, HM Tower of London (tickets sold by Historic Royal Palaces as agent)
A candlelit concert of carols and readings by the choir of the Chapels Royal, HM Tower of London, in the Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula. The programme includes a new work by composer Becky McGlade.
Windsor Castle Festive Weekend
Windsor Castle (throughout the Castle, Chapel and Learning Centre) · Windsor
Sat, 12 December 2026, 10:30 – Sun, 13 December 2026, 15:00
Organised by Royal Collection Trust
Victorian-themed Christmas activities across Windsor Castle, including Victorian food demonstrations, community choirs in St George's Hall, storytelling, crafts and organ music in St George's Chapel. Included with Castle admission.
Festive Wreath Making at Windsor Castle
Pug Yard Learning Centre, Windsor Castle · Windsor
Sat, 12 December 2026, 10:30
Organised by Royal Collection Trust
A hands-on workshop led by local florist Liz Aston to make a festive wreath to take home, held in the Pug Yard Learning Centre at Windsor Castle. Materials and equipment are supplied.
Festive Wreath Making at Windsor Castle
Pug Yard Learning Centre, Windsor Castle · Windsor
Sat, 12 December 2026, 14:00
Organised by Royal Collection Trust
A hands-on workshop led by local florist Liz Aston to make a festive wreath to take home, held in the Pug Yard Learning Centre at Windsor Castle. Materials and equipment are supplied.
Put Christ Back Into Christmas 2026
Venue to be announced
Sat, 12 December 2026, 15:00–19:00
Organised by Urban Scoop
After the success of last years Put The Christ Back Into Christmas event, the organisers have announced this years event has been scheduled for 12th Dec 2026. Save the date, and check back for details closer to the time.
Festive Wreath Making at Windsor Castle
Pug Yard Learning Centre, Windsor Castle · Windsor
Sun, 13 December 2026, 10:30
Organised by Royal Collection Trust
A hands-on workshop led by local florist Liz Aston to make a festive wreath to take home, held in the Pug Yard Learning Centre at Windsor Castle. Materials and equipment are supplied.
Festive Wreath Making at Windsor Castle
Pug Yard Learning Centre, Windsor Castle · Windsor
Sun, 13 December 2026, 14:00
Organised by Royal Collection Trust
A hands-on workshop led by local florist Liz Aston to make a festive wreath to take home, held in the Pug Yard Learning Centre at Windsor Castle. Materials and equipment are supplied.
The Margaret Thatcher Lecture & Gala Dinner 2026
The Royal Hospital Chelsea · London
Mon, 14 December 2026, 18:30–22:30
Organised by Margaret Thatcher Centre
The Margaret Thatcher Centre closes its centenary year with its annual lecture and black-tie gala dinner at the Royal Hospital Chelsea — home of the Chelsea Pensioners, and where Margaret Thatcher's ashes were laid to rest beside her husband, Sir Denis. This year's lecture is given by the Rt Hon the Lord Gove PC, the former cabinet minister and editor of The Spectator. Drinks reception at 6.30pm, dinner at 7.15pm. Black tie.
Members-Only Christmas Carol Service
The Chapel Royal, Hampton Court Palace · Hampton Court
Mon, 14 December 2026, 19:30
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A service of Christmas carols and lessons sung by the Chapel Royal Choir in the Chapel Royal at Hampton Court Palace, for Historic Royal Palaces members only. Doors open at 19:00.
Members-Only Christmas Carol Service
The Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula, Tower of London · London
Tue, 15 December 2026, 18:00
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A traditional Service of Lessons and Carols with the Choir of the Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula at the Tower of London, for Historic Royal Palaces members only.
Members-Only Christmas Carol Service
The Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula, Tower of London · London
Wed, 16 December 2026, 18:00
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A traditional Service of Lessons and Carols with the Choir of the Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula at the Tower of London, for Historic Royal Palaces members only.
Members-Only Christmas Carol Service
The Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula, Tower of London · London
Wed, 16 December 2026, 19:30
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A traditional Service of Lessons and Carols with the Choir of the Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula at the Tower of London, for Historic Royal Palaces members only.
Festive Family Fun
Pug Yard Learning Centre, Windsor Castle · Windsor
Sat, 19 December 2026, 10:00 – Sun, 3 January 2027, 14:30
Organised by Royal Collection Trust
Victorian Christmas craft activities and dressing-up for families in the Pug Yard Learning Centre at Windsor Castle during the school holidays, with a trail about Victorian Christmases around the Castle. Included with Castle admission.
Gardens open day: 26 December (Wilderness only)
The Wilderness, Hampton Court Palace · Hampton Court
Sat, 26 December 2026
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
On 26 December the Wilderness at Hampton Court Palace is open free of charge with no ticket or pre-booking. Entry to the Palace, the Maze and the Magic Garden still requires a ticket.
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On regularly, or for a long stretch — each one says when.
'Churchill: Image and Power' exhibition at Chartwell in the Uniform Room
Daily 11:00-15:40 until 1 November 2026 · Until Sun 1 Nov · Uniform Room, Chartwell house · Westerham
History & Heritage3rd partyFree event; normal admission applies…Organised by National Trust
Ceremony of the Keys
Every night at 21:30 (visitors admitted under escort at 21:30 precisely, arrive by 21:25; ends 22:05). · Tower of London (meet at the West Gate) · London
Royal & Ceremonial3rd partyChoose what to pay, £10.00 to £50.00 per ticket (suggested £30.00)Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
Inspired by Chartwell Painting Exhibition
Most days until 31 December 2026; times vary (e.g. 11:30-16:00 in September, 10:30-15:00 in December) · Until Thu 31 Dec · Churchill's studio, Chartwell · Westerham
History & Heritage3rd partyFree event; normal admission appliesOrganised by National Trust
Ravens experience
Wednesdays and Fridays, 08:00 for an 08:15 start; duration 45 minutes (entry an hour before the Tower opens). No end date stated. · Tower of London (ravens' cages) · London
History & Heritage3rd partyAdult £90.00; child age 5+ / young person 16-17 £50.00; concession £70.00…Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
The Bomber Command Tour
Selected days throughout the year until 31 December 2026, with tours at 11:00 and 14:00. Available dates are shown on the museum's booking site; advance booking essential. · Until Thu 31 Dec · RAF Museum London (Hangar 5) · London
History & Heritage3rd party£12 per person; carers go freeOrganised by Royal Air Force Museum
The Cold War Tour
Selected days throughout the year until 31 December 2026, with tours at 11:00 and 14:00. Available dates are shown on the museum's booking site; advance booking essential. · Until Thu 31 Dec · RAF Museum London · London
History & Heritage3rd party£12 per person; carers go freeOrganised by Royal Air Force Museum
Tower of London Keys Club experience
Tuesdays and Thursdays only, at 11:00; duration 45 minutes. No end date stated. · The Keys Club, Tower of London (meet at the sentry box next to the Keys Club) · London
History & Heritage3rd partyWho can go: Adults (18+)Adult £20.00, concession £16.00, plus a Tower of London admission ticket or…Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
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- A chair-swing ride at a fair by Scott Webb
- Highclere Castle by Tim Alex
- A Guards band on the march by Paul Fiedler
- Crowds and Union Flags on the Mall by JP Sheard
- Big Ben and Westminster Bridge by Marcin Nowak