Thomas Gambier Parry who came from a privileged background devoted all of his life to philanthropy which manifested itself in many ways. A man of great artistic talent, he used it both in his own creative pursuits at home and through his collections acquired in Europe throughout his life. He was a very religious man although had little time for doctrine and it is suggested that his faith was emotional rather than intellectual. He was a strong advocate of the Anglo-Catholic movement and was shown through his regions sensibilities which were aligned to the Ecclesiological movement.
He was educated at Eton and Trinity College, Cambridge. Thomas purchased Highnam Court in 1838 when he was only 21 and would live there for the rest of his life. (see inside for full story)
