Andrew Humphris joins a growing garden team
We’re delighted to announce the arrival of Andrew Humphris, who took up his role as Parham’s new Head Gardener last month.
Opening Times & Prices
Parham House & Gardens will be closed Easter. The Gardens only will open on 25 April 2021.
The House
Discover a rare and precious collection of paintings, furniture and needlework.
The Gardens
Discover Walled Gardens, Pleasure Grounds, Parkland and the Parham Plant & Garden Shop.
Events
Parham’s events are currently on hold due to the coronavirus outbreak. Please click here for more information.
“Nothing at Parham is superfluous, nothing unloved. It is a house of magic.”
In the 'Top 20' of Simon Jenkins' ENGLAND'S THOUSAND BEST HOUSES
A Warm Welcome to Parham House & Gardens
Welcome to Parham. It has always been a well-loved family home, and only three families have lived here since its foundation stone was laid in 1577 during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. The Hon. Clive Pearson, my great-grandfather, bought the House and Estate in 1922. He and his wife Alicia found the House and Garden in sad repair, and together they revived and restored both with great sensitivity and care. They opened the House to visitors in 1948. Their work was continued by my great-aunt Veronica Tritton, who inherited Parham, living here until her death in 1993.
Parham’s tranquillity and timeless beauty have changed little over the centuries. Parham House and Gardens are now owned by a Charitable Trust. I have lived here with my family since 1994.
Latest News
Elizabeth Verney, first mistress of Parham House
Parham has been shaped very strongly by the women who have lived in it and looked after it over the past centuries of its existence. The first mistress of the current House was Elizabeth Verney of Fairfield in Somerset, a goddaughter of Queen Elizabeth I.
New Head Gardener at Parham
