See behind the gates for a good cause.

Throughout the year, we open the historic halls and rooms of Lambeth Palace to the public in support of local charities.

Come and explore areas rarely seen, discover a living piece of London’s history, and support a charity.

Palace Open Days

Held in the summer, our open days give visitors the opportunity to experience the Palace. Funds raised from tickets are donated to charities to support their work.

What to expect

On these exclusive HOPE Days, visitors will enjoy 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 our 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.

Palace gardens will sadly be closed due to ongoing works.

More than a tour – A mission of hospitality and giving

HOPE Days are not just an opportunity to explore the Palace - they are hosted by incredible charities and serve as a celebration of generosity, hospitality, and community. This is a chance to reconnect - with history, with one another, and with the mission at the heart of Lambeth Palace.

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.
 
 

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.

Do you work for a charity?

If you are interested in working with us on an open day for your charity, get in touch via [email protected].

Palace tours

Lambeth Palace is not currently running a regular programme of tours. We are conducting a volunteer recruitment drive, and we intend to resume regular tours later in 2026.

We will announce when tours recommence on our website here and across our social media channels. Follow @visitlambethpalace on Instagram and Facebook, or email [email protected] for updates. You can also sign up for our monthly What's On newsletter using the form below.

 

Library tours

Tours of the Lambeth Palace Library are overseen by the library. Further details and scheduled tours can be found on their website here.

The tour will take you through the history of the library and its collections, as well as their journey to a brand new, purpose-built home for the books and documents cared for.