Ham House
London, England
Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- National Trust Explorer Pass
Pinpoint
Ham St, Ham, Richmond TW10 7RS
Telephone 020 8940 1950
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Ham House is a 17th-century house on the Thames, described by the National Trust as one of Europe's most complete Stuart houses, and reviewers consistently rate it among the most elegant properties they've visited, with fine gowns depicted in the paintings and detailed room decor. The grounds include free parking close to the house and a tulip display among the gardens, though a few reviewers found the garden not in its best shape on their visit. Tours are included with the ticket, allocated at set time slots.
Worth the trip
The Stuart-era interiors, rated by reviewers as giving an unusually lavish, complete sense of the period.
Before you go
House tour slots are allocated as tickets are sold and can fill up - one visitor's last available slot was 14:15 despite arriving an hour earlier, so book or arrive early if you want a specific time.
Reviewers consistently praise the sense of history and lavish interiors at Ham House, with the paintings and room decor described as giving the property real grandeur, alongside a well laid-out garden. Free parking nearby and helpful, friendly staff are mentioned repeatedly. However, at least one reviewer found the garden not in great shape given the ticket price, and noted the house and cafe food both closed earlier than expected on their visit, so checking opening times in advance is worth doing. Parking on site is also flagged as not the easiest, though alternatives are explained on the website.
17th-century house on the Thames, described by the Trust as one of Europe's most complete Stuart houses
“Out of all the National Trust properties I’ve visited, I felt like Ham House is the one that truly gives a sense of lavishness. It’s giving Bridgerton ball–hostess level elegance, with the intricate gown designs in the…”- Connie May Evangelio, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Parking
- “There's plenty of parking in a FREE car park just down the road and spaces lining the roads, plus accessible parking directly outside the house.” - Dylan Eldred
- Terrain & accessibility
- “And various forrms (step over, espailer, fan) apples, peaches, pears are in flower too.” - Irina (IP)
- Facilities
- “Cafe also closed food early, and all you could get was sweet cakes, sweet drinks.” - Irina (IP)
Common questions about Ham House
Where is Ham House?
Ham House is in London, England, at Ham St, Ham, Richmond TW10 7RS.
Do you need a ticket to visit Ham House?
Yes - Ham House is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by National Trust. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
What is the highlight of visiting Ham House?
The Stuart-era interiors, rated by reviewers as giving an unusually lavish, complete sense of the period.
Is Ham House a ruin or still intact?
Ham House is largely intact - 17th-century house on the Thames, described by the Trust as one of Europe's most complete Stuart houses.
