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Attractions near Ham House : Twickenham Stadium Bushy Park Kew Gardens

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Ham House - History, Location & Key Facts 2023

Ham House

Situated on the banks of the River Thames, in the leafy suburb of Richmond-Upon-Thames, Ham House is a grand mansion whose interiors have been left largely unchanged for the last 400 years. Known for its impressive collection of artwork, furniture, and textiles, the house is a unique example of a meticulously well-preserved 17th-century Stuart mansion. It’s also thought to be one of the most haunted houses in the United Kingdom.

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Ham Street, Richmond, Surrey, England

The Basics

Visitors to Ham House and Garden can tour the well-appointed interiors and admire the extensive art collections. The downstairs rooms, including the servant’s quarters and basement, feature interactive recreations of 17th-century life. The house hosts historical talks, tours, and seasonal events like candlelit Christmas displays. Ham House is surrounded by manicured gardens including a working fruit, vegetable, and herb garden whose bounty stocks the Orangery Cafe.

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Ham House With Kids

Ham House is extremely kid-friendly, offering garden walks geared toward children, baby-changing facilities, and high chairs in the cafe. There’s even a chance for them to make Ham House–inspired artwork to take home. For braver kids, there are ghost tours offered between October and December where they can try to spot one of the 15 ghosts rumored to reside in the house.