Built / Designed For: James Lamb

House & Family History: King George I was entertained at Lamb House in 1725; the Duke of Cumberland visited in 1757. Henry James, who lived here during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, is considered to have written the best of his later work at Lamb House. The House suffered damage, in the rear, during World War II.

Country Life: CXVII, 396, 1955.

House Listed: Grade II*

Park Listed: Not Listed

Past Seat / Home of: James Lamb, 18th century. Henry James, 1898-1916. E.F. Benson, until 1940. Rumer Godden, 20th century.

Current Ownership Type: The National Trust

Primary Current Ownership Use: Visitor Attraction

House Open to Public: Yes

Phone: 01797-222-909

Fax: 01892-890-110

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Historic Houses Member: No