We are offering people a rare glimpse of the birthplace of television with guided tours of Studios A & B. 

Towards the end of the tour, visitors will be encouraged to explore future uses of the historic space by engaging with a call to action artwork created especially for the festival by artist-teacher Alix Smith.

The BBC first arrived at the Palace in 1935, as the race to broadcast via the latest innovation in entertainment – television – gathered pace. The corporation leased the entire East Wing of the Palace, with former dining rooms transformed into studios, fitted out with cutting-edge technology; Marconi EMI in Studio A and in Studio B, the Baird company, competing and on 02 November 1936 the first regular high-definition broadcast was made – creating television as the world knows it today. 

Meeting Point: East Court

Age recommendation 16+ (must be accompanied by an adult over 21) 

Not accessible for pushchairs/prams, wheelchairs, or those with walking difficulties 

Visitors are advised to wear closed toe footwear due to uneven surfaces