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Clarence House

Clarence House was built in 1827 and was originally the home of William the Fourth, a king who summed up the emergence of the modern figure head monarchy. He is supposed to have said: "I have my view of things, and I tell them to my ministers. If they do not adopt them I cannot help it. I have done my duty." Clarence House is now the official London residence of Prince Charles, a man who perhaps labours under the ceremonial position that William the Fourth described.

Opening Times: The house is open to visitors in 2008 from the 5th August to 28th September, 10am until 5.30pm. Last admission is at 4.30pm. Opening days and times are sometimes subject to change. Visitors are guided through five ground floor rooms. Admission is by guided tour only and all tickets must be pre-booked. All tickets are timed. All tours start promptly at the time on the ticket and late-comers will not be admitted!

Directions: Clarence House is off the Mall in Stable Yard Road. The nearest Underground stations are at Green Park and St James's Park. Click here for an interactive road and satellite map centred on Clarence House.

Access: Clarence House is fully accessible to wheelchairs users.

Contact: 020 7766 7303, or e-mail bookinginfo@royalcollection.org.uk