If, like me, you’ve got a Bridgerton hangover after binging season 4 in a single day, we’ve got just the thing for you.
Home to George III and Queen Charlotte, whom the characters from Bridgerton and the spin-off series Queen Charlotte are based on, Kew Palace is reopening for the 2026 season. This lesser-known royal residence, nestled in beautiful Kew Gardens, reopens from 28 March and will stay open until 27 September.
Inside the intimate royal retreat
From the end of this month, visitors are being invited to step inside the place where George III and Queen Charlotte would retreat to. There will also be new items displayed, giving history buffs and royal fans an exclusive look into Georgian life.
Known as the smallest British royal palace, it was originally built in 1631 and many generations of royalty are said to have used the palace as a retreat from their very public lives.
You’ll also have the opportunity to explore Queen Charlotte’s cottage, which was used as a place to rest and take tea during walks around the gardens. Access to the cottage is included in Kew Gardens admission.
On select weekends between May and August the Royal Kitchens at Kew Gardens will allow you to meet the Experimental Historians from Kew’s Historic Kitchens Team, as they investigate real recipes.
You can find out more information about visiting and tickets from the Kew website.
Climb the Great Pagoda
Alongside the reopening of the palace, on weekends, Londoners will have the opportunity to climb up the 253 steps of the Great Pagoda, after the completion of a major restoration. Once you reach the top of the pagoda, you’ll be able to enjoy spectacular views across London.
The Chinese design of the pagoda was inspired by architect Sir William Chambers travels to East Asia.
Climbing the pagoda will require a separate ticket that can be purchased on the Kew website.