Ten regal locations you can visit across the UK on a budget

In honour of the King’s Coronation, Britons are being told of regal locations they can visit on a budget over the next month including the gardens of Kensington Palace and Windsor Castle.

Frugal experts at NetVoucherCodes.co.uk have revealed ten royal locations to visit across the country for a budget-friendly day out.

The Coronation is fast approaching and the celebrations have already begun, with many planning street parties and visits to London.

While it could be an expensive day out, money-saving specialists have found seven regal locations in the UK for Brits on a budget so they can join in the festivities without breaking the bank.

Some of the regal locations include the gardens of Kensington Palace for a picnic in the sun or a trip to the Palace of Holyroodhouse to visit one of Edinburgh’s finest sites.

John Stirzaker, online consumer expert at NetVoucherCodes.co.uk said: “It’s an exciting time for the country looking to celebrate all that makes us proud to be British – but it comes at a time when many are struggling to afford to join in the special occasion.

“That’s why we wanted to help out and identify regal locations across the country so everyone can get involved in the celebrations without feeling like they need to splash the cash.

“There are many regal locations dotted across the nation, including the grounds of Windsor Castle and gardens of Kensington Palace which are free to visit and enjoy.”

Here are ten regal locations to enjoy a budget-friendly day out by NetVoucherCodes.co.uk:

1. Sandringham Estate

The estate brings fond memories of Christmas celebrations for the royals who visit every December. Tickets to the gardens are free for those under 17, but there’s a fee for all wanting to go inside.

2. Windsor Castle

The location of Windsor Castle is a fascinating place to visit and is where Queen Elizabeth famously enjoyed most of her free time. The walk up to the Castle is booming with local shops and places to dine out. The breathtaking grounds are free to enter and charges only apply if you want to go inside, those under 5 go free.

3. Peveril Castle 

The roaming area around Peveril is a steep climb to explore, but it holds some stunning sights of Derbyshire when you get nearer the top. The castle, built by Henry II, is not free to visit, but adult tickets cost around £6.80 which is incredibly cheaper compared to many other royal sites.

4. Palace of Holyroodhouse

The Scottish home of Her Late Majesty The Queen is one of Edinburgh’s finest attractions to visit. The gardens of the castle are free to roam around, with charges applicable if you want to go inside and visit the apartments.

5. Buckingham Palace

Referred to as the Queen’s House, Buckingham Palace charges a fee to enter the palace, but the surrounding area is free to explore and get some photos with the family outside the gates. If you get there at a good time you may spot the Changing of the Guard ceremony.

6. Kensington Palace Gardens 

The official royal residence of the Prince and Princess of Wales is free when visiting the gardens, but charges apply inside. If the sun is shining, it’s the perfect place to tuck into a picnic after exploring London for the day.

7. Hampton Court 

Famously known for its rich Tudor history, the regal grounds are free to enter on select days of the year for all to visit. The nearest date is the 6th of May – just in time for the Coronation celebrations!

8. Balmoral Estate 

The late Queen loved to spend her holidays in summer at Balmoral with many of the family visiting often for a break away in the Scottish Hylands. The tickets are at the lower end for entry to royal residences, costing £16.50 for an adult and £8.50 for 5 to 16-year-olds – under 5’s can go in for free.

9. Caernarfon Castle

Caernarfon Castle is the righteous place where King Charles was officially named the Prince of Wales (with the title now passed onto Prince William). The Wales hotspot attracts thousands of tourists each year and will be one of the most popular destinations to visit in the lead-up to the coronation. Tickets to the medieval fortress cost £12.50 for an adult ticket with under 5’s emitted for free.

10. Hillsborough Castle 

The royal residence in Northern Ireland holds one of the finest gardens in the whole of the UK with the space stretching across 100 acres. It costs £10 for adults to visit, with half-price admission for kids (aged five and over) at £5.