Visitor opening times:
The Chapel Royal is viewable only from the Royal Pew until further notice.
The Chapel Royal is open on Sundays for two services only.
The Chapel’s opening times can sometimes change at short notice.
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The Chapel Royal is a living, vibrant church with heavenly music, located at the heart of the historic palace. Everyone is welcome to attend the sung religious services at the Chapel Royal or to visit the place where Kings and Queens have worshipped for centuries.
The Chapel is located on the ground floor and has level access so should not present problems for visitors with mobility difficulties. Wheelchair hire is available. On the main HRP website, you can read more details on accessibility at Hampton Court Palace.
If you are concerned about accessing the Chapel then please let us know that you will be coming, and we can help you make necessary arrangements.
The Chapel itself is currently closed to visitors Wednesday-Saturday until further notice but is viewable only from the Royal Pew between 10am and 4pm. Please be aware that this occasionally may be subject to change at late notice.
The Chapel closes for services on Sundays and on certain other feast days.
The Chapel will be closed on the following dates:
The Chapel Royal is viewable only from the Royal Pew until further notice. The Chapel Royal is open on Sundays for two services only.
We are seeking to appoint a Chorister Singing Teacher (Boys) at HM Chapel Royal, Hampton Court Palace. The successful candidate will be a specialist singing teacher with experience and understanding of teaching choristers or children with unchanged voices. Focusing on establishing secure and healthy vocal technique, the Chorister Singing Teacher will work collaboratively with the Director of Music to shape and develop the sound of the choir. An understanding of the Anglican choral tradition is desirable.
Letters of application, a full curriculum vitae, and the details of two referees should be addressed to the Director of Music, Mr Alexander Hamilton, and sent to alexander.hamilton@hrp.org.uk by 1700 on Wednesday 31 July 2026.
Interested candidates are encouraged to contact the Director of Music via email to arrange an informal conversation.
For further information, click here.
Recruitment: Assistant Director of Music
We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Director of Music at HM Chapel Royal, Hampton Court Palace. The successful candidate will be a superb organist, an inspiring accompanist with strong liturgical awareness, and a confident choral director.
With a new girl chorister programme soon to be established, the imminent appointment of a new Chaplain, administrative staff, and a chorister singing teacher, the Assistant Director of Music will join the team at an exciting time of change and growth at the Chapel.
To arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact Alexander Hamilton. We would be delighted to hear from you.
Closing Date: Monday 13 July 2026
Interview Date: Monday 20 July 2026
For more information, visit Church Times Jobs.
The Choral Foundation preserves and promotes the unique heritage of English choral music at the Chapel Royal, Hampton Court Palace and makes it accessible to all.
By making a gift to the Choral Foundation you will ensure that music, 500 years in the making, is kept alive for future generations.
Click here to read about how you can become part of this living history.
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The Chapel Royal
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