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Clarence House is currently closed to visitors.
Built by John Nash in 1825-27 for George III’s third son, the Duke of Clarence, and previously home to Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother for almost five decades.
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The House
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The Royal Collection at Clarence House
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Clarence House Shop offers a wide range of exclusive gifts inspired by the House's interiors and the works of art in the Royal Collection
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You'll find homeware, china, clothing and jewellery, children’s toys, books and postcards. Please ask us about our home-delivery service. The income from every purchase you make contributes directly to the care of the Royal Collection.
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Unfortunately eating and drinking aren't allowed in Clarence House. However, you'll find plenty of cafés and restaurants nearby.
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All tour leaders must be included as part of a group booking. Blue Badge Guides do not receive free entry.
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Group visits to Clarence House must be pre-booked online, or over the phone.
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There is no coach parking near Clarence House. Once your booking is confirmed we will advise the nearest set down location.
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All visits include a guided tour led by one of our Wardens.
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Clarence House is fully accessible. Concessionary rates are available if you have a disability and a companion is admitted free of charge.
For detailed access information, please select one of the options below. For any other information, you can contact the Specialist Sales team on +44 (0)303 123 7324 or by emailing [email protected].
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About Clarence House
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Who built Clarence House?
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Clarence House was built for the Duke of Clarence, George III's third son.
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Perhaps one of the most well-known past occupants was Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother
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Clarence House is currently closed to visitors.
- All visits to Clarence House are by guided tour with a Warden, lasting 45 minutes.
- When you arrive, you will pass through an airport-style security check. For safety reasons, pushchairs cannot be taken into the Palace. They need to be checked in at the entrance and collected at the end of your visit. Read more about security & luggage.
- Photography is not permitted in Clarence House or its grounds. Read about photography, filming & mobile phones.
- Eating and drinking aren't allowed inside Clarence House.
- There are no toilets or baby-care facilities available at Clarence House. The closest available facilities are in St James’s Park.
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