Late Entrance Tickets

A number of visitor attractions now extend their opening times during the summer that can offer value for money for those that can plan a later visit. For those starting to Plan Days Out This Summer On A Budget, then why not enjoy a packed tea & take advantage of these late entry tickets.

Kew Gardens; Late Entry Ticket

Enjoy discounted entry to Kew Gardens this summer from just £10pp. Running through until 30 September 26, you can gain late entry from 4pm to secure this cheap ticket price. As closing time ranges between 7pm & 8pm,  this potentially offers you 3 or 4  hours access for those that arrive at the earliest entry point.  Whilst tickets are slightly cheaper when booked in advance, you can hedge your bets against the weather and pay at the gate. More information available over at Kew Gardens.

Birmingham Thinktank; £3 after 4pm

Birmingham Thinktank offers discounted entry for visitors wishing to visit for the last hour of each day. All tickets are priced at just £3pp for those who can enjoy a late entry between 4pm & 4.30pm. This reduced price ticket is not available online & only available onsite. More information available over at Birmingham Thinktank.

Westminster Abbey; Evensong

Westminster Abbey remain free to those that wish to worship or join for Evening Song that regularly takes place during the year. Whilst this is a religious service rather than a sightseeing option, (you wont be able to explore the Abbey before, during or after the service), it does offer you an opportunity to take in Abbey from your seated position and enjoy the the choristers at work.  More information available at Westminster Abbey Evensong.

Ceremony of the Keys, (photo ©Martin Usborne)

London Transport Museum; Off Peak Annual Pass

Visit mid-week after 2pm during the school summer holidays and take advantage of this off-peak annual pass. Priced at just £22.50pp, this secures you discounted entry & a quieter experience. This pass allows you to return for free after 2pm during term times & within the school summer holidays as designated by Westminster City Council. More information available over at London Transport Museum Off-Peak Annual Pass. 

Tower of London; Ceremony of the Keys

The Ceremony of the Keys is the traditional locking up of the Tower of London that has been taken place, every evening, for 700 years.  Tickets for this historic event are a fraction of the price of a day ticket for the Tower of London but it does involve some pre-planning for those looking to book tickets.  Priced at just £10pp, this event doesn’t give you the full access to the Tower that comes with day tickets, but does allow you to immerse yourself within this 700 year old tradition & see the Tower of London out of hours.

Ceremony of the Keys tickets have now been released on the 1st working day of each month at 1pm, unless it is a Friday, when the release will take place the following Monday. Find out more information within our Guide to The Ceremony of the Keys.

RHS Gardens, (photo; Phil Loach)

RHS Bridgewater Lates, (now taken place)

Enjoy discounted late entry to RHS Bridgewater on selected dates during the summer. Running on 12 June, 10 July & 14 August 2026, you can pick up cheap tickets from 5pm where the gardens remain open until 9pm. This is a great way to enjoy a packed tea and explore the gardens away from the crowds.

Westminster Abbey; Abbey Lates

Running on selected Wednesdays during July & August 26, Westminster Abbey offers a discounted late entrance ticket from 4.30 to 7pm, (last entry 6pm). Here’s a chance to enjoy the Abbey away from the crowds as there tends to be fewer visitors in the evening. Known as Abbey Lates, your ticket includes a self-guide tour and is priced at £15 an adult/£7 a child with more information available at Westminster Abbey.

Puxton Park; Late Entry Admission

Enjoy a late entrance ticket to Puxton Park for just £6pp this summer.  Here’s a chance to enjoy late entry from 3.30pm for 2 hours of access to their soft play and adventure playgrounds.  Worth noting that last park admission is 5pm with manned attractions closing at 4.30pm. More information available over at Puxton Park Late Entry Admission.

Trentham Estate; Evening Explorer Ticket

Trentham Gardens runs a popular late entrance ticket during the summer season that offers value for money. Running on selected dates from June to August 2026, here’s a chance to enjoy a discounted late entrance ticket for just £7pp.  With the gardens open until 8pm, (last entry 7.15pm), the Evening Explorer ticket offers you a chance to enjoy a later visit with friends & family in quieter surroundings. Access is available from 4pm on selected mid-week days during the summer with more information over at Trentham Gardens.

Eden Project Late Entry Day Ticket

Running on selected dates up to 31 August 26, here’s a chance to enjoy a discounted later entry to the Eden Project. With late entry available from 3pm, you can access the attraction for up to 3 hours before closing time. Tickets are priced at £22.80 an adult, £9 a child & £19.50 for students but cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. More information available at Eden Project Late Entry Ticket.

London Zoo Nights

Running every Friday from 5 June to 24 July 2026 from 6pm, here’s an adult only experience to enjoy the zoo after normal opening hours.  Billed as a quieter experience away from the kids and crowds, you can explore the zoo before enjoying an array of street food, relaxed music and liquid refreshment. Tickets are priced at £23.50pp that includes 4 hours of Zoo time and saves you 30% off standard day tickets. More details available at London Zoo Nights.