Things to see & do
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House
House
Commissioned by William Morris in 1859, Red House is considered one of the most influential buildings in domestic architecture history. Our guided tours explain what makes this house special inside and out and tell the stories of the unconventional people who lived here. Or discover for yourself from 1.30pm.
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Original fixtures and fittings
Original fixtures and fittings
There is plenty of evidence of Red House's original owner and his friends. Look for outstanding wall paintings and stained glass by Edward Burne-Jones, glass painting and furniture designed by Morris and Philip Webb and embroidery made to cover the dining room walls by Morris's wife Jane and her sister.
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Garden
Garden
Built amongst orchards in rural Upton, Red House was surrounded by the large peaceful garden which now provides a wonderful oasis from urban Bexleyheath. Wander the leafy garden trail, play games on the lawn and follow red brick paths past the bothy into the orchard. You can purchase homegrown produce by the shed.
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House
Original fixtures and fittings
GardenWhat's on
Come and see what's going on in our peaceful and colourful garden this spring. Or enjoy the atmosphere in the house when period musicians Hautbois play the music that Janey Morris entertained her friends with.
Activities
We run craft activities during half-terms and holidays. Using William Morris designs as inspiration, make your own wallpaper. There are rubber stamps of his stained glass motifs and other craft materials to work with.
Don't miss
- Last chance to see original Morris artefacts made for Red House
- Original wall decoration hidden behind panelling in the drawing room
- The recently discovered 'smiley face' painted during Morris' time
- The newly stocked shop in the old servants' area
- From June, the new exhibition of the original Philip Webb house plans
The settle in the dining room
View our collection online
You can see highlights from the collection here at Red House on the National Trust Collections website.
See our collection on the National Trust Collections website