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Holding an event at Lambeth Palace

Lambeth Palace is not usually available for hire as an event venue. However, access is permitted for charities and organisations of which The Guard RoomArchbishop Rowan  Williams is currently a patron.

If you are interested in hosting an event at Lambeth Palace please contact:

Amy Wilson
Lambeth Palace
London
SE1 7JU

Open Days at Lambeth Palace

 Garden Open Day at Lambeth Palace 19th May 2012

 London Open House at Lambeth Palace 22nd September 2012

Guided Tours

Lambeth Palace, the home of the Archbishop of Canterbury, can be visited by guided tour. Formal tours take approximately an hour and 30 minutes and include all of the Archbishop of Canterbury’s State Rooms, the Chapel, Atrium and Crypt. 

Tickets are priced at £10 per person and are available to individuals and groups of up to 50 people.

Guided tours of Lambeth Palace are now available to book through Ticketmaster. Tours will take place on Thursdays and Fridays throughout 2012.

Buy tickets online, or to buy tickets over the telephone, to arrange a group booking, or for more information, telephone 0844 248 5134.

Further information:

Frequently asked questions about Lambeth Palace tours.

Visitor information - please read before you come on your tour.

Exhibitions at Lambeth Palace Library

  • Royal Devotion  - Monarchy and the Book of Common Prayer

1st May - 14th July 2012

In 2012 Lambeth Palace Library plans to celebrate the religious life of the monarchy in an exhibition marking the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II and the 350th anniversary of the revised Book of Common Prayer. This exhibition will chart the relationship between Crown and Church and its embodiment in the history of the Book of Common Prayer, one of the most important books in the English language. 

Exhibition open Tuesday 1st May until Saturday 14th July 2012

Tickets priced at £12 for adults and £10 concession (under 17’s free entry)

Click here to buy tickets, or view more information at the Lambeth Palace Library website.

Library Exhibition Library Exhibition details


Previous exhibitions include:

  • Celebrating the 400th anniversary of the King James Version

25th May - 29th July 2011

This exhibition sets in historical context the translation of the sacred texts of the Bible into the languages of everyday life. At the centre of the exhibition is the 1611 edition of the King James Version, set in the context of the scholarship which created it.

Visitor Comments:

Frank from Surrey  “A wonderful display tracing the history of the book which has contributed so much to English language, literature and culture”.
Richard from Dallas USA “A privilege to see this work - very well explained”.
Carrie from Malaysia  “Impressive collection and excellent interpretation”.
Kerry from Surrey  “Another excellent exhibition provided by Lambeth Palace Library”.
Lorraine from Canada  “Breathtaking! A touching exhibition”.

  • Treasures of Lambeth Palace Library - 400th Anniversary Exhibition 1610–2010

17th May – 23rd July 2010

Lambeth Palace Library is one of the earliest public libraries in England, founded in 1610 under the will of Archbishop Richard Bancroft. In celebration of its 400th anniversary in 2010, the Library is opening a fascinating exhibition to the public in the Great Hall of Lambeth Palace.

Visitor Comments:

Susan from St. Louis USA  “Truly a treasure”.
George from Nottingham  “A first class exhibition. Thank you”.
Mr and Mrs Brooks from Devon  “Wonderful thought provoking history. Beautiful.”
Malcolm from London  “A privilege to see such remarkable manuscripts”.
Elizabeth from Kent  “A wonderful, eye-opening exhibition”.