Monk's House

Important notice -

Monk's House will reopen from 19 May. You will need to book in advance. You may be turned away if you arrive without a booking.

Leonard and Virginia Woolf's 16th-century country retreat

More about this place

Visitors walking through a garden in spring

Visiting this spring 

We've been looking after the place for you whilst you were away, but we're delighted to be able to welcome you back to the house and garden this spring. There may be some changes as the pandemic has affected the way we're able to do things. Opening times and days may be affected, along with the way you experience your visit. Please read this article carefully so that you know what to expect before booking.

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What's on

Please book ahead before visiting 

The house and garden at Monk's House will reopen from 19 May and you'll need to book your tickets by 3pm the day before your visit. Members can book for free, while non members will need to pay when booking. We'll be releasing tickets every Friday. Please note we'll be turning people away who arrive and haven't booked. We're looking forward to welcoming you back.

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Things to see and do

sitting room at Monk's House, East Sussex

Monk's House 

The 16th-century cottage of Virginia and Leonard Woolf. Full of Bloomsbury treasures, the house reflects its owners and their guests which included T S Eliot and E M Forster.

Monk's House garden with Spring blooms and Church spire

The garden at Monks House 

Created by Leonard Woolf, this English cottage garden is gorgeous whatever the season.

Woolf's writing lodge with blossom and a statue

The writing lodge at Monks House 

With its incredible views and garden tranquility, it is not surprising that Virginia Woolf wrote most of her major works here?

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Our work

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Here's a little about us.....

Here's a little introduction to some of the many stories told at Monk's House.

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Get involved

Monks House Room guides outside Virginia Woolf's bedroom

Volunteer with us 

Find out about the kind of volunteering opportunities we have on offer, from gardening to guiding. Don't worry if you don't feel you have the skills required as full training will be provided.

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Groups

A group admiring flowers in the garden

Group Visits to Monk's House 

Why not get in touch and arrange a day out at Monk's House for your group. We can make sure you have the perfect day.

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Art and collections

Our collections

Explore the objects and works of art we care for at Monk's House on the National Trust Collections website

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