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Christmas at Standen

Goose Green at Christmas time decorated with presents.
Goose Green at Christmas time decorated with presents. | © National Trust / Laurence Perry

Arts and Crafts style rooms are dressed with softly lit Christmas trees and decorations inspired by the Beale family's wishes for Christmas. During 'Twilight Lates' weekends in December, see the house atmospherically lit for Christmas. From 16th November see the Standen Christmas tree in the Courtyard and for families, don't miss our fun festive event - 'Finding Father Christmas' with theatre company This is my Theatre.

Dresser in the Dining Room decorated for Christmas
The Dining Room at Standen dressed ready for Christmas | © National Trust / Lawrence Perry

Christmas at Standen: All I want for Christmas

Sat 16 Nov – Sun 5th Jan 2025 : 11am – 3.30pm

Make your festive visit to this imaginatively decorated Arts and Crafts home which will be atmospherically lit and filled with twinkling lights and Christmas trees. Be inspired by the centrepiece Christmas tree in the Hall, festooned and sumptuously decorated, ready for a family Christmas. Book your family visit to meet Father Christmas with This is my Theatre, and wonder at the centrepiece Courtyard Christmas tree, decorated this year by TV interior designer Siobhan Murphy. We're open for late evening visits too (please check dates) where you'll hear local choirs sing around the Christmas tree.

Siobhan Murphy
Siobhan Murphy | © Siobhan Murphy

The Courtyard Christmas Tree

Sat 16 Nov – Sun 5 Jan: 10am–4pm

Decorated by interior designer Siobhan Murphy, designer, plus size influencer and advocate for body positivity. Siobhan is a regular presenter on 'Steph's Packed Lunch' as well as appearing on 'Lorraine' and 'Good Morning Britain'. She will design two unique fabrics inspired by Arts and crafts motifs to decorate the Christmas tree. Listen to local choirs sing around the Christmas tree during our twilight evenings.

Woodland Father Christmas dressed in green handing out a present to a child.
Book to see Woodland Father Christmas | © National Trust / John Miller

Finding Father Christmas with This is my Theatre

Sun 1 Dec, Sat 7 & Sun 8 Dec, Sat 14 & Sun 15 Dec, Sat 21, Sun 22 Dec & Mon 23 Dec.

Excitement is building as Father Christmas has arrived at Standen and needs the help of two of his festive helpers. Join the sprites on their adventure to find Father Christmas in his woodland home, spreading Yuletide cheer and Christmas magic. Expect merry mirth-making, festive folk tales and, of course, Father Christmas himself! £10 child, £8 adult. Booking is essential.

How do I book?

Please book a timed session here. Booking is essential.

Prices

Children are £10, including a gift (children must be accompanied by a ticket holding adult). Adults are £8 and accompanying carers are free.

A Christmas Surprise Family Trail

Sat 16 Nov – Sun 5 Jan: 10am–3.30pm

Fun for all the family with a festive trail around the garden. £4 including a gift.

Evening on Goose Green which is brightly lit for Christmas
Twilights at Standen | © National Trust / Chris Eakins

Twilights at Standen

Sat 7 & Sun 8 Dec, Sat 14 & Sun 15 Dec, Sat 21 & Sun 22 Dec: 3.30pm–6pm.

Listen to local choirs as they sing around the Christmas tree. Wander inside the house magically lit for the evening and experience its atmosphere as night falls.

Last entry to house is 5pm. Last order in the cafe is 5.45.

Christmas Selling Exhibition

Sat 16 Nov – Mon 23 Dec: 11am–3.30pm

Look no further if you’re after that elusive present for a special someone. The Sussex Guild will be at Standen every day for some inspired Christmas shopping.

Festive Food at Standen

Daily: 10am–4pm

Enjoy festive food and warming treats in the Barn Café. Dogs are welcome too in the Engine Room adjacent to the café.

Shopping at Standen

Daily: 10am–4pm

Find Arts & Crafts inspired and locally sourced gift ideas, festively scented toiletries and a stunning range of decorations, Christmas food and stationery.

A small white dog sat at a café table
Dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating area at Trelissick, Cornwall | © National Trust Images/Chris Lacey

Wagging Walkies

Thurs 26 Dec - Sun 5 Jan: 10pm - 4pm

Dress up your pooch in a bow tie, winter coat or cute hat and visit us for a wagging walk. Dog treat with admission.

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