Hampton Court Palace in Pictures

Ham House & Garden

The oldest surviving Tudor palace in England will make a stunning backdrop for the Road Cycling time trial events, which will begin and end at the historic Hampton Court Palace in south-west London.

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The venue

Hampton Court Palace

Hampton Court Palace has housed some of Britain's most famous kings and queens, most notably the colourful Henry VIII. The Palace has a rich sporting history too, being home to the oldest surviving real tennis court in England, one of fewer than 50 real tennis courts in the world.

Sporting events

Road Cycling at Hampton Court Palace

Held on Wednesday 1 August, the men's and women's time trials (44km and 29km respectively) take place over a single lap which will incorporate sections of Richmond, Kingston-upon-Thames and Surrey. Riders start 90 seconds apart and the winner is the rider with the fastest time over the course. What's more, both events are free to watch, which should make them a popular choice for spectators.

Olympic Events

Road Cycling (Time Trial)

Nearby

Bushy Park

Avenue of Lime Trees

Located in East Molesey, Hampton Court Palace has a number of sights and attractions just a few miles away:

Bushy Park

26 minute walk
Second largest of the Royal Parks, Bushy Park features a mile long majestic row of horse chestnut trees

Strawberry Hill House

2.3 miles
A sinister Gothic castle with mysterious turrets, gilded ceilings and dazzling stained glass windows

Ham House & Garden

2.9 miles
A 17th-century Stuart mansion that combines formal gardens with a lavish interior

Chessington World of Adventures

3.9 miles
Family-friendly theme park that boasts a number of rides and a Sea Life centre

Travel

London Rail and Tube Services

Although located outside of central London, there are still a couple of convenient options when travelling to Hampton Court Palace. Driving is not advised due to high levels of traffic and restricted parking - limited, pre-booked parking will be available for disabled spectators. Public transport options include:

National Rail:

National Rail services run from Wimbledon London Underground Station to Hampton Court Station. The Palace is a 200m walk across the bridge from the Hampton Court Station.

Riverboats

Running from Westminster, Richmond-upon-Thames and Kingston-upon-Thames, the riverboats offer an alternative journey to the Palace. Journeys can however take up to 4 hours, depending on the tides.