Ham House

The stone and brick mansion features symmetrical architecture with formal gardens situated along the banks of the River Thames.

Constructed in 1610 by Thomas Vavasour, the house expanded during the restoration period under Elizabeth Murray and John Maitland's ownership.

The building contains an extensive collection of period furniture, textiles, and paintings that demonstrate the lifestyle of English nobility.

The National Trust manages public visits from noon to 4 PM daily, with guided tours available and a café serving food from the kitchen garden.

The gardens include a restored 17th-century maze called the Wilderness and multiple summerhouses that reflect period horticultural designs.

Location: London Borough of Richmond upon Thames

Inception: 1610

Architects: Robert Smythson

Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access

Operator: National Trust

Part of: National Trust

Address: Ham Street, Ham, Richmond, Surrey, TW10 7RS TW10 7RS

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 12:00-16:00; Holidays off

Phone: +442089401950

Website: https://nationaltrust.org.uk/ham-house-and-garden

GPS coordinates: 51.44417,-0.31417

Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:57