Apple Picking Weekend (28 & 29 Sep)
Come apple picking in the largest orchard at Sissinghurst Castle this September! Buy a bag to fill with delicious apples and take home a piece of Sissinghurst with you.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Are you looking to make a perfect crumble this Autumn?
From cooking apples to cider apples and eating apples, browse from over 30 varieties in our fruit orchard located at the very top of the car park.
The event is free to attend with apple picking bags available to purchase on site.
Pay £5 at Visitor Reception and receive a token that you can exchange for an apple picking bag up at the apple gazebo in the orchard.
Fill the bag with as many apples as you can fit!
Standard admission and car parking applies to the rest of the site.
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Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Meeting point
Please meet at Visitor Reception to sign in and to purchase your apple picking bags.
- What to bring and wear
Please be aware this event is outdoors and may be subject to wet weather. Please check weather forecasts nearer the event date and dress accordingly.
- Accessibility
There is level access between the car park, Visitor Reception and the top orchard. Please be aware there is uneven terrain.
- Other
Standard admission applies to the rest of the site.
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