Christmas at Standen

Christmas at Standen: All I want for Christmas

Sat 16 Nov – Sun 5th Jan 2025 : 11am – 3.30pm

Make your festive visit to this imaginatively decorated Arts and Crafts home which will be atmospherically lit and filled with twinkling lights and Christmas trees. Be inspired by the centrepiece Christmas tree in the Hall, festooned and sumptuously decorated, ready for a family Christmas. Book your family visit to meet Father Christmas with This is my Theatre, and wonder at the centrepiece Courtyard Christmas tree, decorated this year by TV interior designer Siobhan Murphy. We're open for late evening visits too (please check dates) where you'll hear local choirs sign around the Christmas tree.

The Courtyard Christmas Tree

Sat 16 Nov – Sun 5 Jan: 10am–4pm

Decorated by interior designer Siobhan Murphy, designer, plus size influencer and advocate for body positiviy. Siobhan is a regular presenter on 'Steph's Packed Lunch' as well as appearing on 'Lorraine' and 'Good Morning Britain'. She will design two unique fabrics inspired by Arts and crafts motifs to decorate the Christmas tree. Listen to local choirs sing around the Christmas tree during our twilight evenings.

Finding Father Christmas with This is my Theatre

Sun 1 Dec, Sat 7 & Sun 8 Dec, Sat 14 & Sun 15 Dec, Sat 21, Sun 22 Dec & Mon 23 Dec.

Excitement is building as Father Christmas has arrived at Standen and needs the help of two of his festive helpers. Join the sprites on their adventure to find Father Christmas in his woodland home, spreading Yuletide cheer and Christmas magic. Expect merry mirth-making, festive folk tales and, of course, Father Christmas himself! £10 child, £8 adult. Booking is essential.

How do I book?

Please book a timed session here. Booking is essential.

Prices

Children are £10, including a gift (children must be accompanied by a ticket holding adult). Adults are £8 and accompanying carers are free.

A Christmas Surprise Family Trail

Sat 16 Nov – Sun 5 Jan: 10am–3.30pm

Fun for all the family with a festive trail around the garden. £4 including a gift.

Twilights at Standen

Sat 7 & Sun 8 Dec, Sat 14 & Sun 15 Dec, Sat 21 & Sun 22 Dec: 3.30pm–6pm.

Listen to local choirs as they sing around the Christmas tree. Wander inside the house magically lit for the evening and experience its atmosphere as night falls.

Last entry to house is 5pm. Last order in the cafe is 5.45.

Christmas Selling Exhibition

Sat 16 Nov – Mon 23 Dec: 11am–3.30pm

Look no further if you’re after that elusive present for a special someone. The Sussex Guild will be at Standen every day for some inspired Christmas shopping.

Festive Food at Standen

Daily: 10am–4pm

Enjoy festive food and warming treats in the Barn Café. Dogs are welcome too in the Engine Room adjacent to the café.

Shopping at Standen

Daily: 10am–4pm

Find Arts & Crafts inspired and locally sourced gift ideas, festively scented toiletries and a stunning range of decorations, Christmas food and stationery.