Please see below for additional information about our Courses.
Access
Visitors with restricted mobility can access the RSN Shop and Studio. For details of access to the classrooms please contact Jessica Aldred
T: +44 (0)20 3166 6937
E: jessica.aldred@royal-needlework.org.uk
Accommodation
For details of local accommodation please contact the following:-
- Elmbridge Borough Council T: +44 (0)1372 474391 www.elmbridge.gov.uk
- Kingston Upon Thames Tourist Information Centre T: +44 (0) 20 8547 5592 www.kingston.gov.uk
- Richmond Upon Thames Tourist Information Centre T: +44 (0) 20 8940 0057 www.visitrichmond.co.uk
The RSN is not responsible for accommodation and students must make their own arrangements.
Booking and Fees
Day Classes
The full fee must be included with the booking
Other Courses
Various payment methods are available. Details on request.
Please note that we can accept only Visa or MasterCard and there will be an additional 3% fee for credit card bookings, (this additional fee does not apply to debit card payments). Your booking will normally be processed within one week of receipt. Please contact us if you have not heard from us after two weeks from the date of application. We will let you know immediately if the class you have applied for is already full.
Waiting Lists
Should a class become fully booked, we will add your name to a waiting list and your fee will be returned. We will inform you if a place becomes available.
Changes to the Course programme
The RSN reserves the right to make any reasonalbe alternations to th ecourse programmeor to substitute tutors.
Cancellation by the RSN
The RSN reserves the right to cancel any class if necessary. We will notify students who have booked as soon as possible and offer a place on another class if they wish. If preferred, a full refund will be offered.
Please note that course fees cannot be transferred from one accademic year to the next.
Cancellations by Students - Day Classes
On receipt of a cancellation in writing class fees will be refunded only if the vacancy can be refilled. 25% of the fee paid will be charged to cover administration costs. Please note that class fees cannot be transferred from one academic year to the next.
Class Timings
10.00am to 4.00pm
Equipment & Materials
We suggest that you bring you own scissors, thimbles and ring frame. Ring frames can be borrowed for the duration of the class if necessary. Additional materials such as canvas, threads, wools and class kits can be purchased on the day. Ring and slate frames are also available for purchase in the classes.
Friends' and Special Supporters' Discount
RSN Friends and Special Supporters may claim a 10% discount on class fees where applicable. Please quote your Membership number on the booking form.
Mobile Phones
We request that mobile phones are switched off during all classes and courses.
Parking
Parking is available in Hampton Court Station car park or on Hampton Court Green on the A308 (this car park is about 10 minutes walk from the palace).
Photography
Please note that photography is not permitted. Design sources from the RSN Collection and Archive may be used for ideas and inspiration only and may not be photographed or photocopied.
Refreshments
We will provide you with morning coffee and biscuits. Lunch is not covered in the costs and we suggest that you bring your own packed lunch or visit one of the palace cafeterias. During the summer months these can be very busy and you may have to queue.
