Red House (National Trust)
Red House
Red House Lane
Bexleyheath
Kent
DA6 8JF
England
Website
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/red-house
Telephone
020 8304 9878
Commissioned by William Morris in 1859 and designed by Philip Webb, Red House is of enormous international significance in the history of domestic architecture and garden design. The unique building is constructed of warm red brick, under a steep red-tiled roof, with an emphasis on natural materials and a strong Gothic influence. The garden was designed to "clothe" the house with a series of sub-divided areas which still clearly exist today. Inside, the house retains many of the original features and fixed items of furniture designed by Morris and Webb, as well as wall paintings and stained glass by Rossetti and Burne-Jones. Originally surrounded by orchards and countryside, Red House, is now an oasis in the midst of suburbia.
Venue Type:
Historic house or home, Architecture centre, Garden, parklands or rural site
Additional info
Very limited parking for disabled drivers. Please pre-book. 2 steps to house entrance, accessible route in grounds.
Parking: There is no private parking at Red House. Parking is at Danson Park which is a 15-25 mins walk.
Collection details
Architecture, Decorative and Applied Art, Design, Personalities, Social History
Key artists and exhibits
- William Morris
- Philip Webb
- Dante Gabriel Rossetti
- Edward Burne-Jones
Family Fridays
Come and join in the fun designing wallpaper or cards using William Morris inspired designs and rubber stamps.
Suitable for
When
1:30-4pm
Admission
Child: £2.5
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Jan Gillon, 020 8303 6359, jan.gillon@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Family Fridays
In the Red House garden come and join in the fun designing wallpaper or cards using William Morris inspired designs and rubber stamps.
When
1:30-4pm
Admission
Child: £2.50. Usual property admission prices apply. Weather dependent.
Meet the Gardener
Learn about Morris's pre-raphaelite garden and how we look after the garden today
When
11:30am-1pm
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Open Squares London
Everyone can come and visit the garden at William Morris's Red House this weekend and discover a peaceful oasis in suburban Bexleyheath. Originally one of the earliest Arts & Crafts gardens, it is in the early stages of being restored. Tea-room and shop are also available to visit.
Suitable for
When
11am-4:30pm
Admission
Adult: £8 House only
Family: £20 House only
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Jan Gillon, 020 8303 6359, jan.gillon@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Meet the Gardener
Learn about Morris's pre-raphaelite garden and how we look after the garden today
When
11:30am-1pm
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Meet the Gardener
Learn about Morris's pre-raphaelite garden and how we look after the garden today
When
11:30am-1pm
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Meet the Gardener
Learn about Morris's pre-raphaelite garden and how we look after the garden today
When
11:30am-1pm
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Arts & Crafts Fair
Local craftsmen will exhibit their own unique hand made work under canvas throughout the Red House garden. You will be able to purchase a wide variety of items from ceramics and glassware to Morris & Co fabrics and cushions
Suitable for
When
11am-5pm
Admission
Adult: £2 NT members free
Child: £1
Family: £5
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Jan Gillon, 0208 303 6359, jan.gillon@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Family Fridays in the Summer
In a secluded part of the pretty garden, children can come and use William Morris's timeless designs to inspire their own wallpaper. Rubber stamps of Red House bird and flower designs will help fire their imaginations. Carers can watch while enjoying refreshments from the tearoom nearby.
Suitable for
When
1:30-4pm
Admission
Child: £2.5
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Jan Gillon, 020 8303 6359, jan.gillon@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
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