Standen

Standen displays Morris & Co. interiors within a late Victorian residence designed by Philip Webb, featuring handmade bricks and local stone construction elements.

The Beale family commissioned this country home in 1891 as their rural retreat, maintaining ownership until 1972 when they transferred it to the National Trust.

The interior decoration exemplifies Arts and Crafts movement principles through its furniture, textiles, and wallpapers, representing the design preferences of Victorian England.

The property includes a café serving seasonal meals, a second-hand bookshop, garden paths, and limited wheelchair access facilities for visitors throughout the grounds.

The house maintains its 1925 appearance, complete with period furniture arrangements and personal items that reflect the daily routines of the Beale family.

Location: East Grinstead

Inception: 1891

Architects: Philip Webb

Architectural style: Arts and Crafts movement

Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access

Fee: Yes

Operator: National Trust

Part of: National Trust

Address: West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead RH19 4NE RH19 4NE East Grinstead

Website: https://nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/sussex/standen-house-and-garden

GPS coordinates: 51.10310,-0.01690

Latest update: October 24, 2025 17:22