We’re delighted to once again be part of Open House London, delivering special talks and giving access to several areas in our beautiful site, some of which are normally closed to the general public.

See the full programme here.

Grand Square

Saturday 9 & Sunday 10 September, 15 minute talks at 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm & 3.30pm

The Grand Square of the Old Royal Naval College lies at the heart of one of the most spectacular architectural complexes in Europe.  These drop-in talks will explore the histories behind the sweeping vistas on view.

Visitors must collect a free ticket on day from the on-site gazebo

King William Courtyard

Saturday 9 & Sunday 10 September, 15 minute talks at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm

Hawksmoor’s work in the King William Courtyard, with its massive scale and sculptural enrichment, is a quintessential example of English Baroque.  The Courtyard is overlooked by the Nelson Pediment, created in Coade stone to a design by the American-born history painter, Benjamin West. These talks will examine the art and architecture of this unique space.

Visitors must collect a free ticket on day from the on-site gazebo

We regret that there is no step-free access for this talk

Jacobean Undercroft

Saturday 9 & Sunday 10 September, 20 minute tours at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm

A rare opportunity to visit the Undercroft of the Queen Anne Building, a survival from the early 1600s and the only remaining intact room from Greenwich Palace.

The Undercroft is reached by a flight of steps: we regret there is no step-free access for this visit

Visitors must collect a free ticket on day from the on-site gazebo

Admiral’s House

Sunday 10 September, 11am-5pm, drop-in

One of the oldest surviving parts of the site, Admiral’s House, overlooking the Thames, was once the residence of the Governor of the Royal Hospital for Seamen. Originally designed by John Webb for Charles II as part of a plan to create a royal palace to rival Versailles. A rare chance to view this elegant space.

Access will be to the ground floor only

Visitors must collect a free ticket on day from the on-site gazebo

Undercroft Café

Saturday & Sunday, 11am-4pm

Enjoy a delicious cream tea and hot drink in the Undercroft Cafe in the King William Undercroft, underneath the Painted Hall.

Visitor Centre

Daily, 10am – 5pm, £3

The Visitor Centre features displays about the architecture of the site. Find out more

Painted Hall and site wide tours

Daily, 10am-5pm, £15

Our regular tickets for the Painted Hall, which includes an expert guided tour of the site will be available as usual throughout the Open House weekend. Find out more