February half term at Ham House and Garden

Family in the North Drawing Room

Visit Ham House this February half term (10 - 18 Feb) and learn about the private lives of the Duke and Duchess with a variety of fun for all the family. A children's quiz and arts activities will be available to keep your little ones busy throughout the week.

The Great Hall, with its original black and white marble floor at Ham House, Richmond-upon-Thames, Surrey

What's on in February for grown-ups  

Lords, Ladies and Gentlemen, we welcome you to Ham House. It's the 1670s and you have been cordially invited to view the private apartments of the Duke and Duchess of Lauderdale. See special objects and letters from our store rooms and experience Ham as never before.

Ham unlocked children's quiz

Trail costs £2 each including a special prize, pick one up at Visitor Reception 

Suitable for age 5 up (smaller children, below 5, can simply spot the lock motifs)

Can you complete the Ham unlocked quiz. Explore the House and gardens to find all of the locks. At each lock you will have to answer a question about the private lives of those who lived at Ham House 400 years ago. 

Garden is open from 10am, the house will open at 12pm. Please bear this in mind whne planning your visit.  

A family explore the Great Hall

Art activites Below Stairs 

Located in the Education Room, Below Stairs, open 12-4, FREE 

Get crafty this half term with art activites in our Education Room. Make your own keyhole with secret image. Art activites are free and suitable for all ages. Drop-in anytime from 12-4pm, no booking required.