Standen
West Sussex, England
Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- National Trust Explorer Pass
Pinpoint
W Hoathly Rd, East Grinstead RH19 4NE
Telephone 01342 323029
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Standen is an Arts and Crafts house in West Sussex designed by Philip Webb and decorated with Morris & Co furnishings, built in the late 19th century for Margaret and James Beale. Reviewers consistently rate it among their favourite National Trust properties, praising the textiles, pottery, furniture, and colour schemes as forming a harmonious, warm whole rather than a collection of separate rooms. The barn cafe and second-hand bookshop are noted extras alongside the house tour.
Worth the trip
The Morris & Co furnishings and textiles throughout, which reviewers describe as creating an unusually harmonious and warm atmosphere room to room.
Before you go
Parking and access are easy, and there's a good cafe in a converted barn plus a second-hand bookshop with reasonable prices worth building into the visit.
Reviewers consistently praise Standen as an outstanding example of Arts and Crafts design, highlighting William Morris's textiles, wallpaper and furnishings throughout the house, and calling it a favourite among National Trust properties. The gardens and woodland trails toward Ashdown Forest are repeatedly singled out as a highlight, especially in late summer, and the on-site cafe and second-hand bookshop are well regarded for quality and value. Some visitors focus their visit mainly on the gardens rather than the house, with one wishing for a garden-only ticket option. Parking and facilities are described as comprehensive, and the entrance fee is generally felt to represent reasonable value.
Arts and Crafts house designed by Philip Webb, decorated with Morris & Co furnishings
“My wife and I had a great visit here last week. We were lucky with the weather. Good cafe, in a barn. Second hand book store with very resonable prices. The house was very interesting to look around. Lovely furniture,…”- Paul Robards, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Parking
- “Easy parking and w/c facilities.” - Paul Robards
- Facilities
- “The National Trust tactfully leaves visitors to decide for themselves while browsing the gift shop tea towels.” - Ian Williams
Common questions about Standen
Where is Standen?
Standen is in West Sussex, England, at W Hoathly Rd, East Grinstead RH19 4NE.
Do you need a ticket to visit Standen?
Yes - Standen is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by National Trust. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
Is Standen dog-friendly?
Visitor reviews suggest dogs are welcome at Standen - one reviewer noted: “…den plants. The grounds and gardens are dog friendly, but not the house. Adult tickets were £17.00 at the time o…”. Policies can vary between parts of a site and change over time, so confirm with the operator before visiting with a dog.
What is the highlight of visiting Standen?
The Morris & Co furnishings and textiles throughout, which reviewers describe as creating an unusually harmonious and warm atmosphere room to room.
Is Standen a ruin or still intact?
Standen is largely intact - Arts and Crafts house designed by Philip Webb, decorated with Morris & Co furnishings.
