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Standen House and Garden

Arts and Crafts family home with Morris & Co. interiors, set in a beautiful hillside garden

West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 4NE

The garden in winter at Standen, Sussex

Important notice

Between Mon 4 Nov and Fri 15 Nov the house is closed while we get ready for Christmas. It reopens on Sat 16 Nov. Meanwhile, the garden, woods, cafe and shop are open as usual.

Planning your visit

Woodland Father Christmas dressed in green handing out a present to a child.

Father Christmas at Standen 

Follow the trail through the garden to visit Father Christmas in his woodland den. Excitement is building as Father Christmas has arrived at Standen to call on two of his festive helpers. But these sprites do not busy themselves with gift-making... For these are woodland elves and their festive duties are of an altogether different nature!  Join them on their adventure to find Father Christmas in his woodland abode, spreading Yuletide cheer and making sure that not no bending bough, bright-coloured berry or bustling beetle is untouched by a little spark of Christmas magic. Expect merry mirth-making, festive folk tales and, of course,  Father Christmas himself!

Three boys walking along a woodland trail at Hatchlands with their arms round each other.
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Family-friendly things to do at Standen 

Find family-friendly things to do at Standen, from walking in the woodland and building a den, to seasonal trails in the house and garden.

Visitors walking on one of the footpaths in the grounds of Standen House, West Sussex

Events at Standen 

Stay up to date with all our events here at Standen and plan your visit before you arrive.

Goose Green at Christmas time decorated with presents.
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Christmas at Standen 

Arts and Crafts style rooms are dressed with softly lit Christmas trees and decorations inspired by the Beale family's wishes for Christmas. During 'Twilight Lates' weekends in December, see the house atmospherically lit for Christmas. From 16th November see the Standen Christmas tree in the Courtyard and for families, don't miss booking your session to meet Father Christmas.

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Visiting Standen House and Garden with your dog 

Bring your dog for a walk at Standen and explore acres of woodland paths. Dogs are also welcome in the formal garden so you can explore more with your four-legged friend. Standen House and Garden is a two pawprint rated place. 

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Standen House and Garden map 

Take a look at the map of Standen House and Garden to help you plan your visit.

A group visit in front of Standen listening to a tour guide.
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Group visits and tours at Standen 

Standen is a great place to visit with a group. For a day to remember, book a Standen history tour with one of our friendly guides, then stop off for lunch or refreshments in the barn cafe. Visit the Arts and Crafts house, walk around the hillside garden or explore further afield in the woodland. Browse the range of William Morris products in the shop and find a gift for a special someone, or even just treat yourself. Group discounts are available. To chat through your group visit please email standengroups@nationaltrust.org.uk or call 01342 323029.

A group of young adults kicking up autumn leaves on a walk around the estate at Hardwick, Derbyshire

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