Group visits to Ham House and Garden

A group of people walk between hedges in the garden, with the house behind, at Ham House and Garden, London — A garden tour at Ham House and Garden, London | © National Trust Images/Chris Lacey

Planning a group trip to Ham House and Garden? Make sure your group or coach party has the best possible day by arranging your visit with us in advance.

Make the most of your visit to Ham House

We take group bookings between March and the end of October (except during school holidays) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Group rates are available to groups of 15 people or more and National Trust members visit for free. At Ham, we also offer free entry to RHS members (main cardholder only) and ArtPass holders.

The recommended length of a visit is three hours. Visiting the house is self-guided, on a free-flow basis, allowing visitors to go at their own pace. Our team of welcoming room guides are on hand to provide information about all aspects of the history of Ham House and Garden - its history, people, architecture and collection.

Access and facilities for groups

Coaches can drop-off and pick-up from a point near the entrance, with coach parking available in the local area.

There is level access throughout the grounds, but wheelchair access is limited within the house - please see our access statement for more information.

How to make a group booking

If you’d like to organise a group visit to Ham House and Garden, please email HamGroupBookings@nationaltrust.org.uk with your contact details and preferred date(s).

Free familiarisation visits for group leaders

If you're planning a group visit you can request our free Travel Trade Pass and you and a friend or colleague will gain free entry to over 300 of our places throughout England, Wales and Northern Ireland for 12 months. There’s nothing quite like seeing or experiencing somewhere for yourself to help you plan a successful visit. To receive your pass, call 0344 800 2329 or email us at NTTravelTrade@capita.co.uk.

Who is eligible for free entry?

Registered tourist board guides (on production of a valid badge), coach drivers and tour leaders escorting groups of 15 or more. National Trust members also receive free entry, so it is at your discretion whether to refund the entrance fee to members if you have included it in your package – this is not refunded by the National Trust.

Members must bring their current membership cards with them to avoid paying the full group rate. If any of your group would like to join the National Trust please direct them to our Membership page or call 0344 800 1895.

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