Christmas Dementia - Friendly Walk
Join us for a free, hour-long guided sensory walk for people living with dementia and those who support or care for anyone living with dementia.
- Booking essential
Book now for our Christmas dementia-friendly walk. Designed to take in festive highlights, the tour is an opportunity to explore the sensory elements of our Christmas offer within the house and the gardens.
This experience will guide participants through the ground floor of Ham House and gardens. This walk is catered to a small group and will be at a gentle pace, with support of our volunteer guides.
After the tour, participants can explore the house (open 11.30am–3.30pm, last entry 3pm) in their own time.
The walk is entirely step-free.
Spaces are limited so booking in advance is essential. Each ticket includes one essential companion and free entry to Ham House and Garden.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All 1 x Attendee plus essential companion or carer - D | £0.00 |
The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 249 1895
- Accessibility
Limited Blue Badge parking available on site. To reserve a space or a wheelchair, please email hamhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk.
- Meeting point
Meet at Visitor Reception, at the river-facing front gates to Ham House.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear suitable outdoor clothing.
- Other
If this event is sold out, please contact hamhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk to be put on the waitlist. Please include 'waitlist' in the subject.
Upcoming events
Past Made Present: Contemporary design exhibition at Ham House and Garden
From 10 September to 11 October 2026, Ham House and Garden is hosting Past Made Present, a thought-provoking exhibition showcasing the work of emerging designers from Kingston University's MA Product & Furniture Design programme.
Cabinets Unlocked, 17 Oct–1 Nov 2026
Explore the beautiful craftsmanship and exquisite interiors of Ham House's collection of decorative cabinets in the Cabinets Unlocked event, 17 October to 1 November 2026.
Dementia-friendly sensory walks at Ham House and Garden
Join us for a free, hour-long guided sensory walk for people living with dementia and those who support or care for anyone living with dementia.
Cabinets Unlocked: Sensory Explorers
Join us this autumn half-term to explore Ham's cabinets using your senses. Plus, discover activities and toys in the Garden Room.