Twilights at Standen 2026
Standen House and Garden, East Grinstead · 5 December to 20 December 2026
Image: National TrustStanden House and Garden in East Grinstead hosts Twilights at Standen on selected weekends in December 2026, from 5 to 20 December, with visitors seeing rooms lit and decorated for Christmas as night falls. The event runs from 3.30pm to 6pm on Saturdays and Sundays and suits couples, families and other visitors. Booking is recommended, and details of price and age guidance are on the official event page.
Highlights
- Rooms in the house lit and decorated for Christmas
- Open 3.30pm to 6pm on weekends from 5 to 20 December
- Booking recommended through the official event page
Getting there
Standen House and Garden, RH19 4NE
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