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| This is the internationally significant first home of William Morris, artist, craftsman and socialist, designed by Philip Webb and built in 1859 with the emphasis on simple, natural materials and inspired by medieval Gothic architecture. The warm red bricks of the exterior walls sit under a steep red tiled roof. Inside there remain some fixed items of furniture, designed by Morris and Webb, along with wall paintings and stained glass by Edward Burne-Jones. The peaceful garden once said to 'clothe the house' now provides a pleasant oasis in a suburban environment. Research has now disclosed more original decoration and a letter from Webb to Morris which can now be seen at the property. | | | | When the property was acquired by the National Trust from private owners in 2003 it was opened for visitors to see it as it was. Research has now begun to reveal more about the house as originally created by Webb and Morris and, as time goes on, more features and items are displayed. No WC. Max. 15 people per tour, 45 min. gap between tours. Large groups normally take 4 tours. We suggest dropping half the group at Red House in the morning, the rest elsewhere then swapping them in the afternoon | | |  | Guided tours
Average length of visit: 1hr 45mins. General guided tour£. Special interest tours: Special interest tours available£ | | |  | Coach parking
No coach parking. Nearest parking: Danson Park car park ½ml. We advise that coaches are not taken down Red House Lane as, although from the end of the road this is not apparent, it may prove to be impassable for a coach further down | | |  | On site catering
Tea-room serving a selection of light refreshments | | |
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