Introduction
Ham Common is adjacent to Richmond Park beyond Ham Gate. There are a number of fine C18th houses overlooking the common, particularly the western open area, such as Cassel House, now a hospital and St Michael's Convent, formerly Orford Hall. The South Avenue that leads from the riverside Ham House extends onto Ham Common. Ham Pond is the focal point here, where horses were watered in the past. East of the main road Ham Common Woods are thickly planted, and have paths and horse tracks crossing it.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Access contact details
Opening is unrestricted.
Directions
Rail/London Overground/Tube (District): Richmond then bus. Bus: 65.
Owners
LB Richmond
- Features & Designations
Designations
Conservation Area
- Reference: Ham Common
Site of Nature Conservation Importance
- Key Information
Type
Managed Woodland
Purpose
Recreational/sport
Principal Building
Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces
Survival
Extant
Hectares
48.69
Open to the public
Yes
- References
Contributors
London Parks and Gardens Trust