Christmas at the Palace: The Royal Mews Festive Shop Reopens This November

Anyone hoping to add a regal touch to their festive shopping this year is in luck. Royal Collection Trust has confirmed that its seasonal shop at the Royal Mews will be back for a second year, and a fresh collection of official royal gifts is now on sale.

When and where to shop

The full range is already available to buy online at royalcollectionshop.co.uk, so there's plenty of time to get organised. Those who prefer to browse in person can visit the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace, where the existing gift shop inside the historic stables will be given a festive makeover from 13 November 2026 until 4 January 2027.

Entry is from Buckingham Palace Road and no ticket is needed. It's worth noting that this is a pop-up within the usual shop space rather than a traditional Christmas market. The collection is also stocked at Royal Collection Trust shops in Edinburgh and Windsor as well as London.

Counting down in style

One of the standout additions this year is a reusable Advent calendar designed to look like the front of Buckingham Palace. Behind its illustrated façade sit a series of small drawers you can fill with treats of your own choosing, so it can be brought out again year after year. It's on sale now, so there's still time to fill it before 1 December.

Tree decorations have also had a boost, with a wider selection of hand-finished pieces. Among them are a felt gingerbread man, this year's edition of the Buckingham Palace bauble and a crowned corgi made from recycled glass.

Hampers for every taste

A new line of hampers is available to order online, though delivery is limited to UK addresses. There are three to choose from:

The Sweet Treats Hamper is aimed at anyone with a sweet tooth, packed with shortbread, fudge and bars of chocolate.

The Best of Britain Hamper celebrates home-grown produce, with two varieties of tea, shortbread and a chinaware mug crafted in The Potteries in Stoke-on-Trent using methods that date back some 250 years.

The Pamper Hamper leans towards relaxation, drawing on the new Bath and Body range with items such as rose-scented bath salts and slippers embroidered with a crown motif based on St Edward's Crown.

If none of these quite fits the bill, empty wicker Buckingham Palace hampers can be bought separately so you can put together your own selection.

Smaller gifts and stocking fillers

For something personal, there are necklaces featuring corgi or crown pendants. Budget-conscious shoppers will find a range of stocking fillers priced under £10, including soft toys for children and keyrings made entirely from recycled material. Sweets from the new Royal Sweet Shop range round things off nicely.

Food and drink for hosting

Those planning to entertain over the holidays may want to look at the new Royal Festive Pantry collection. Alongside classic mince pies, it includes a richly spiced fruit cake and all-butter biscuits flavoured with chocolate chip and orange. A set of three condiments, one of which is a cranberry and port sauce, is designed to pair with cheese boards and cold meats, while a collection of festive preserves includes one inspired by sherry trifle.

To help you unwind once the guests have gone, there are also new loose-leaf teas and a premium hot chocolate.

Marking a royal centenary

This year also marks 100 years since the birth of Queen Elizabeth II, and Royal Collection Trust has been honouring her enduring influence on fashion throughout 2026. The official publication, Queen Elizabeth II: Fashion and Style, is based on new research and explores the craftsmanship and careful diplomacy that shaped the late Queen's wardrobe. Complementing the book is a line of accessories made with Royal Warrant Holders, including leather gloves by Dents, which now come in a new berry shade for autumn and winter.

Where the money goes

Every purchase helps fund the care and conservation of the Royal Collection, one of the largest art collections in the world, which is held in trust by The King for his successors and the nation. Proceeds also support Royal Collection Trust's work in making the collection accessible to people wherever they live.

Ollēdi © 2026

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