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Sissinghurst Castle Garden

Historic, poetic, iconic: a refuge dedicated to beauty. Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicolson fell in love with Sissinghurst Castle and created a world-renowned garden.

Biddenden Road, near Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 2AB

A view of the Elizabethan gatehouse tower from the autumnal gardens at Sissinghurst Castle Garden, Kent

Important notice

Please note that the Tower is temporarily closed and visitors will need to enter the main garden through the side Delos garden gate due to the team installing a new display (4/11/24 and 5/11/24). We thank you for your patience.

Planning your visit

Visitors enjoying the view from the Tower at Sissinghurst
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Planning Your Visit 

There are lots of things to consider whilst planning your visit to Sissinghurst Castle Garden. Whether it's your first visit or your 100th, find out all the need to know information here.

A snowy view of the garden entrance at Sissinghurst
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An Elizabethan Christmas at Sissinghurst 

Enjoy a festive atmosphere in our quieter months with traditional decorations, Christmas trees, wreaths, and yule logs.

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Reimagining Delos at Sissinghurst Castle Garden 

Find out more about the final phase in developing the Delos garden at Sissinghurst Castle, reimagined from Vita and Harold’s original vision.

Autumnal Family Fun
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Family activities at Sissinghurst Castle Garden 

Enjoy a fun-filled family day out at Sissinghurst Castle Garden this season. With our gardens, lakes and over 400 acres to explore, there's something for everyone.

A lounging pooch at Sissinghurst Castle
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Visiting Sissinghurst Castle Garden with your dog 

Sissinghurst Castle Garden is a one pawprint rated place. Dogs are welcome so you can feel at ease when strolling through the estate. Here's some useful information to help you enjoy your walk.

Keen photographers in a group visit to Sissinghurst Castle
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Group visits at Sissinghurst Castle Garden 

Visiting as a group to Sissinghurst Castle Garden couldn’t be easier; here’s how to arrange a group visit.

A group of young adults kicking up autumn leaves on a walk around the estate at Hardwick, Derbyshire

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