Parham House & Gardens
A fine Elizabethan house with an important collection of needlework, paintings and furniture and award-winning Walled Garden, set beneath the South Downs.
Pulborough, West Sussex, RH20 4HS
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Accessible parking
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Cafe / restaurant
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Free parking
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Garden only
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Mostly wheelchair accessible
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Pet friendly
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Picnic area
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Shop
- Guide dogs welcome
- Accessible parking
- Accessible toilets
- Access statement available
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
Parham is a traditional stone E-shaped Elizabethan mansion, built in 1557. Idyllically set in the heart of an ancient deer park, below the South Downs, the Elizabethan house contains an important collection of needlework, paintings and furniture.
Parham has always been a well-loved family home, and only three families have lived here since its foundation stone was laid.
Complete with a Great Hall and spectacular Long Gallery which is the third longest in England, Parham’s tranquillity and timeless beauty have changed little over the centuries. The gardens include a four-acre Walled Garden with stunning herbaceous borders and Pleasure Grounds.
Important information: opening info is generated by artificial intelligence; check specific attraction details before travelling.
The indicator above will show ‘open’ when the public have any kind of access to any part of this property. That could be the park, a shop, or a special event, and may not reflect regular admission times to the main attraction. Always consult the website of the house or garden you intend to visit before travelling to check that the attraction you are interested in is open.
Below is a detailed summary of the events and activities that have taken place or were scheduled at Parham House and Gardens:
Past Events
- 02 October 2025: Tour of the House. Special tours of the House were offered throughout the open season. Tickets included entry to the gardens and the House from 2pm. Advance booking was required.
- 24 September 2025: Tour of the Needlework. Similar to the House tours, these were designed for visitors to explore the Needlework collection. Advance booking was required.
- 03 September 2025: The Late Summer Italian Kitchen, A Masterclass with Valentina. A cooking masterclass featuring late summer Italian recipes.
- 13-17 August 2025: Afternoon Tea Week. Exclusive tea sessions were held in the Big Kitchen, with limited seating and pre-booking required.
- 03 August 2025: Jaguar Day. Display of classic and contemporary cars near the entrance to the House and Gardens.
- 12-13 July 2025: Sussex Steam Rally. Exhibits of steam traction engines and vintage vehicles on the East Plains.
- 08 July 2025: Botanical Workshop with Leigh Ann Gale. A painting workshop led by Leigh Ann Gale.
- 06 July 2025: The Plant Fairs Roadshow. Sale of a wide range of plants by specialist nurseries.
- 18 June - 06 July 2025: Horsham School of Botanical Artists Exhibition. A three-week exhibition of botanical art in the Seed Room.
- 15 June 2025: Sussex Day 2025. A showcase of local produce, crafts, and art in the Pleasure Grounds.
- 21 May - 08 June 2025: Association of Sussex Artists Exhibition. A 12-day exhibition featuring local artists, with live demonstration days.
- 04-11 May 2025: Deborah Crago Exhibition – Pressed Flower and Embroidery. A solo exhibition of pressed flower and embroidery work.
- 01 May 2025: The Spring Kitchen at Parham, A Cookery Masterclass. Cookery demonstrations and classes held in The Old Kitchen.
- 20-21 April 2025: Open Day. Easter Sunday and Monday marked the season opening.
- 02-13 October 2024: Autumn Flowers at Parham. A fortnight of flower arrangements in the House, showcasing traditions and aesthetics.
- 23 September 2024: Botanical Workshop with Leigh Ann Gale. Another painting workshop led by Leigh Ann Gale.
- 18 September 2024: Tour of the Needlework. Tours of the Needlework collection with advance booking required.
All events mentioned above have concluded.
House and Garden ticket prices are as follows and are inclusive of a voluntary donation:-
Adult: £18.15
Child: £8.25
Garden Only ticket prices area s follows and are inclusive of a voluntary donation:-
Adult: £13.75
Child: £5.50
Historic Houses members do not need to book in advance. Please show your membership card or temporary membership card when you arrive.
Groups of at least twenty are eligible for reductions on admission pricing and have the option to book guided tours of the House or the Gardens as part of their visit. Catering is available from either the small cafe in the gardens or can be booked in advance and served in the Big Kitchen. Please contact us on [email protected] for further information.
For special interest groups and those seeking a more exclusive experience, we can offer exclusive visits on Mondays or Tuesdays when the House and Gardens are otherwise closed.
We welcome visits from schools and education groups.
For more information please contact us.
- Guide dogs welcome
- Accessible parking
- Accessible toilets
- Access statement available
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
Getting here
Pulborough, West Sussex, RH20 4HS
Midway between Pulborough & Storrington on A283. Equidistant from A24 & A29.
For those travelling by public transport, the nearest train station is Pulborough, which is a short taxi ride from Parham. There is also an hourly bus service on route 100 to the main gate, excluding Sundays.
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