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This L-shaped house of red brick was designed by Philip Webb in 1859
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Drink in the sights and scents of the blossoming red and white roses in the garden
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Step into the dining room to admire the 'Dragon's blood' red lacquered dresser
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Sit and relax on one of the iron garden seats to enjoy views of the house and garden
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Three round windows of Red House with tiled roof of the well in the foreground
Iconic Arts and Crafts home of William Morris -- writer, artist, craftsman and socialist
The only house commissioned, created and lived in by William Morris, founder of the Arts & Crafts movement, Red House is a building of extraordinary architectural and social significance.
When it was completed in 1860, it was described by Edward Burne-Jones as 'the beautifullest place on earth'. Only recently acquired by the Trust, the rooms at Red House give a unique view of William Morris’ earliest designs and decorative schemes.
The original features and furniture by Morris and Philip Webb, stained glass and paintings by Burne-Jones, the bold architecture and a garden designed to 'clothe the house', add up to a fascinating and rewarding place to visit.
Don't miss
- Truly iconic architecture of worldwide fame
- Wonderful design features surviving from the time of William Morris
- Relaxing garden – a real oasis in the midst of suburbia
- March and April – display of original Red House artefacts
- New exhibition of Red House plans and architects' drawings
- Coach House tea-room serves light refreshments daily
Enjoy the peaceful garden at Red House
Bank holiday opening
We are open every bank holiday Monday, so do come and visit.
In 2012 this includes Monday 9 April, Monday 7 May, Monday 4 June and Monday 27 August.