C&D - Hampton Court Palace
Opening our Doors at RSN Hampton Court
Venue Address
Hampton Court Palace, Apartment 12a, East Molesey, Surrey, KT8 9AU, United Kingdom
Getting Here
The easiest way to plan your journey is using Transport For London’s journey planner.
By train the nearest station is Hampton Court. Kingston station is close and there are buses (111, 216 or 411) from outside Kingston station (other side of the road and to the right when exiting the station) which stop outside the palace.
Paid parking is available on Hampton Court Green, located 500 metres away in front of the palace, or at Hampton Court train station, which is a short walk (200 metres) to the entrance of the palace.
The palace being a public building has a security system in place. This means that all students attending for C&D courses on a regular basis need a security pass.
For those students we know are attending for the first time we send out an email requesting basic information and a photo. This is sent to the HCP security department who issue a pass which can then be collected from the security office on arrival at the palace. The pass ( which fits in a lanyard) should be worn while on the premises.
For one off or short duration visits by students to HCP there is a system of day passes in operation.
Accessibility
It is about 10 minutes to walk from the security barrier to the stairs and lift to the classroom. The ground is a mix of tarmac, tiles, flagstones etc and can be a little uneven. Wheelchair users are welcome. If we have notice then we can arrange for help with bags, frames etc.
Schedule
The teaching day is from 10am to 4pm. Please arrive by 9.45am to ensure a prompt 10am start. Lunchtime is from 1pm to 2pm.
Arrival time for new starters at reception: 9.45am.
Note: If you already have a security pass and know the location of your classroom, you can access the classroom from 9.30am.
Refreshments
Tea and coffee will be provided in the morning. It is recommended to have a break and stretch your legs and we advise students not to work through their lunch breaks.
On the days that the palace is open (check the Hampton Court Palace website for opening days) there are two cafes on site. They are usually very busy and sometimes have long queues so you may prefer to bring your own food and drink. Drinks should be in closable containers to avoid spills, so no open cans please.
No food or drink is permitted in the classrooms.
Equipment
New Starters: The starter kit for the Jacobean module will be waiting for you when you arrive at the class, including your 24" Slate Frame. You may like to bring a sewing kit with fine embroidery scissors. A notebook and pencil will be useful. You are welcome to bring any lights and or magnifiers that you use.
Returning Students: Don’t forget to bring your slate frame, or alternatively, you can purchase one from the RSN Online Shop.
If you have any questions please contact the C&D Team:
E: certificate@royal-needlework.org.uk T: +44 (0)20 8078 2933
