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The Queen's Accession

Celebrate the Platinum Jubilee

This summer celebrate 70 years since Her Majesty The Queen came to the throne. Visit our special displays in London, Windsor and Edinburgh.

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The Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh
Edinburgh
Palace of Holyroodhouse

Open Thursday - Monday

The Round Tower at Windsor Castle
Windsor
Windsor Castle

Open Thursday - Monday

Screens in Japan: Courts and Culture
London
The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace

Open Thursday - Monday

Gates at Buckingham Palace
London
Buckingham Palace

Open from 22 July

Masterpieces from Buckingham Palace
Edinburgh
The Queen's Gallery, Palace of Holyroodhouse

Open Thursday - Monday

The Diamond Jubilee State Coach at the State Opening of Parliament.
London
The Royal Mews, Buckingham Palace

Open Thursday - Monday

West front of Frogmore House
Windsor
Frogmore House

Open for groups visits from 1 August
London
Clarence House

Closed until further notice.

Find out more about our measures to keep you safe.

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What's on

Explore our rich programme of exhibitions, courses, lectures and activities.

Japan: Courts and Culture exhibition
The Queen's Gallery, London

Japan: Courts and Culture

Discover the story of 300 years of diplomatic, artistic and cultural exchange between Britain and Japan.

The Queen's Gallery, Edinburgh

Masterpieces from Buckingham Palace

An unmissable chance to get up close with great works of art by Rembrandt, Van Dyck, Rubens and Artemisia Gentileschi.

Pallas Athene by Parmigianino
Painting of Queen Elizabeth II in Coronation Robes
Online lecture
Coronation paintings though time
  • St James's Palace
  • Next event: 28 Jun 2022
  • 1 upcoming event
  • 19:00 - 20:00 BST
  • £6.00
  • Adults
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An over half-length portrait, facing the front, her head turned slightly to the right, with short grey hair and glasses. She is wearing a dark pink shawl around her shoulders over a patterned dress with blue flowers. In her right hand she clasps a silver
Exhibition
Seven Portraits: Surviving the Holocaust
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse
  • Next event: 27 May 2022
  • Every Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
  • Tickets included in standard admission price to the Palace of Holyroodhouse
  • Adults, Groups (15+ people)
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The Queen's Coronation
Exhibition
Platinum Jubilee: The Queen’s Coronation
  • Windsor Castle
  • Next event: 7 Jul 2022
  • Every Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
  • Adults from £26.50 - see all ticket prices
  • Adults, Children / Families, Groups (15+ people)
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Buckingham Palace garden
Special visit
The State Rooms and Garden Highlights Tour
  • Buckingham Palace
  • Next event: 25 Jul 2022
  • Every Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
  • Every 30 minutes between 9:45 - 14:45
  • Ticket must be purchased as an add-on to The State Rooms at Buckingham Palace standard admission., Prices for add-on:, Adult £11.50, Young Person (18-24) £7.50, Child (5-17) / Disabled £6.30, Under 5 Free
  • Adults
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The Collection

Nineteenth-century Japanese folding screen paintings (byōbu), each comprising several panels, were of a type and size usually intended for diplomatic gifts, continuing the tradition established in the sixteenth century.
Conservation
Folding Screen Paintings

A pair of Japanese folding screen paintings sent to Queen Victoria in 1860 have recently been rediscovered.

Carriera
Trail
Women Artists

A spotlight on outstanding women artists and their works in the Royal Collection

Samurai armour
Conservation
Seeing the Samurai

Conserving the first diplomatic gift from Japan to Britain, sent to James I in 1613.
TRAIL
Royal Gardens

Over the centuries the gardens at various royal residences have provided a source of enjoyment for many members of the Royal Family.

Explore the collection

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About
Publishing

The publishing programme includes beautifully produced printed books, apps and online catalogues.

A Warden talking about the multimedia guide during the Summer Opening of Buckingham Palace
Working for us

Find out more about working for Royal Collection Trust, and view our latest vacancies

Media at a photo-call at Buckingham Palace
Press Office

For media enquiries about the public opening of the royal palaces and residences and the works of art in the Royal Collection.
Picture Library

The Royal Collection Trust Picture Library can supply thousands of images across the entire range of the Royal Collection.

About Royal Collection Trust

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News

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The Palace of Holyroodhouse to host a 1950s-inspired evening event to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee In

Thursday, 26 May 2022

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Her Majesty The Queen’s jewellery to feature in Platinum Jubilee displays at the Official Royal Residences

Thursday, 12 May 2022

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Commemorative products inspired by Arnold Machin’s designs go on sale to mark Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

Wednesday, 13 April 2022

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Japanese treasures from the Royal Collection go on display together for the first time

Friday, 8 April 2022

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Masterpieces from Buckingham Palace opens in Edinburgh

Friday, 25 March 2022

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The Prince of Wales officially opens new learning space at Windsor Castle

Tuesday, 22 March 2022

News

Portraits of Holocaust survivors commissioned by HRH The Duke of Rothesay go on display at the Palace of Holyroodhouse

Thursday, 17 March 2022

News

The Queen's Platinum Jubilee - special displays at the official residences

Monday, 15 November 2021

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Official Platinum Jubilee commemorative range goes on sale

Monday, 8 November 2021

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HRH The Duke of Rothesay officially opens new learning space at the Palace of Holyroodhouse

Friday, 1 October 2021

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5,000 papers reflecting the life and legacy of Prince Albert made digitally available for the first time

Thursday, 23 September 2021

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Official Royal Residences

The income from your ticket contributes directly to The Royal Collection Trust, a registered charity. The aims of The Royal Collection Trust are the care and conservation of the Royal Collection, and the promotion of access and enjoyment through exhibitions, publications, loans and educational activities.