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    House Visit

    House Visit

    Explore the home of the Victorian working-class artist, David Parr and his family.

      • A short introduction to the history of 186 Gwydir Street.
      • Time to explore the house and appreciate the decorative work of David Parr in this small domestic setting.
      • Accompanied by our friendly and informative volunteer guides who will be happy to answer your questions.
      • A maximum of 6 visitors on any visit, creating an intimate experience.
      • Your visit will last approximately 1 hour, with time after to browse our shop, archive area, and gardens.

      About the House:

      Home to the Victorian working-class artist, David Parr and his family, the house is an example of Arts and Crafts workmanship layered with 20th-century social history.
      As a workman for the Cambridge firm of artworkers, F R Leach & Sons, David Parr painted houses and churches by hand in schemes created by some of the best architects and designers in the country.
      In 1886, he bought 186 Gwydir Street and, over the next 40 years, decorated his terraced home by lamps and candlelight in the style of the grand interiors he worked on every day. Following his death in 1927, his granddaughter, Elsie Palmer, preserved the home for over 85 years.
      Want to plan a visit for a group of 7 people or more? See our Group Tours.

      Please read the booking information below before purchasing your tickets. 

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        Booking Info

          Refunds and Cancellations

        • If it's less than 2 weeks until your visit, your ticket cannot be refunded or exchanged. Please email info@davidparrhouse.org with all booking enquiries.

          • When You Arrive

        • Please arrive on time for your visit.
        • On arrival, please ring the bell at 184 Gwydir Street and we will welcome you inside.

          • Visiting Restrictions

        • All guests must be at least 12 years of age. Guests aged 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult.
        • All bags must be left in the secure locked drawers in 184 Gwydir Street.
        • Mobile phones must be switched to silent for the duration of the visit, and photography is not permitted inside the House.
        • Stiletto heels and bulky coats cannot be worn in the House. In the winter, the House is cold, so please wear warm layers.
        • Dogs are welcome in the shop and garden, but not inside David Parr House itself.

          • Accessibility

        • All visits involve walking around the House and climbing steep stairs.
        • David Parr House (Grade II* listed building) has various floor levels and is not wheelchair accessible. Our Shop and Studio Space is partially wheelchair accessible.
        • Please email us at info@davidparrhouse.org to discuss any accessibility queries.

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