to add an item to your Itinerary basket.
About
Experience outdoor theatre this summer in the spectacular setting of the grass Plats at Ham House and Garden on Sunday 23 June.
With a history stretching back to William Shakespeare’s original company, The Lord Chamberlain’s Men present Hamlet as the playwright first saw it – in the open air, with an all-male cast and Elizabethan costumes, music and dance.
Gates open: 6pm
Performance starts: 7pm
Performance running time: approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes including an interval.
Adult £18.50, child (under 16) £12.50, plus booking fees.
Assistance dogs only allowed at this performance.
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult | £18.50 per ticket |
| Child | £12.50 per ticket |
For more information on how to book, please visit the website.
Book Tickets Online
Map & Directions
Road Directions
By Road
We are located on the south bank of the River Thames, west of A307, between Richmond and Kingston. Ham is readily accessible from the M3, M4 and M25 and the Richmond Park Ham Gate exit. If coming from Kingston the Ham Street turning is opposite the Hand and Flower Pub along the A307. Follow this road for a mile to Ham House.
Parking
There is free parking 400 yards away in the riverside car park at end of Ham Street (not National Trust). Nearby streets also offer free parking. SatNav: Directs you to stables on Ham Street, carry straight on past these to the free riverside car park. There is disabled parking available close by. You can view information about council run car parks via the Richmond upon Thames Council Website. You can also plan your route using the AA route planner website which tells you about parking in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames.
Public Transport Directions
On Foot
We are located along the South bank of the River Thames. The Thames Path passes close to the entrance and is 1.5 miles from Richmond and 3 miles from Kingston. From the Thames Path, opposite Hammerton’s foot ferry, walk across a small wooden bridge and follow the well-trodden path towards Ham House.
By Bus
The 371 or 65 bus routes stop near us. 371 Richmond to Kingston, alight Ham Street bus stop, then ½-mile walk (follow signposts). 65 Ealing Broadway to Kingston, alight Sandpits Road bus stop on Petersham Road by Ham Polo Ground, ¾ mile walk along historic avenues (both pass Richmond train station and Kingston train station).
By Underground
The nearest underground station is Richmond on the District Line. The station is 1½ miles by footpath, 2 miles by road. Please see bus directions for travel information from Richmond Station.
By Cycle
The NCN4 route passes along the nearby A307. There are bicycle racks near visitor reception, inside the property.
By Train
Richmond station is 1½ miles by footpath, 2 miles by road. The route offers a smooth all-weather surface to walk on or buses and taxis offer another way to continue your journey to us.
By Ferry
Hammerton's Ferry, a seasonal foot and bike ferry travels across the River Thames from the Twickenham towpath (by Marble Hill House - English Heritage) to Ham House and Garden. Small charge applies, not NT.
