Private Morning Tours at Sissinghurst
Experience a private tour of our historic garden in the early morning light before we open to the public.
- Booking essential
Experience the beauty of Sissinghurst Castle Garden with our exclusive out-of-hours visits.
From May to September 2025, enjoy the rare opportunity to experience this iconic garden in the peaceful morning light before it opens to the public.
Throughout the year, Sissinghurst offers ever-changing beauty: emerging greenery, flourishing summer roses, vibrant borders, and the rich hues of late summer and early autumn. Each visit promises unique sights as the garden evolves across the seasons.
With only 35 tickets available per session, this is a special event for garden enthusiasts.
Don’t miss the chance to experience Sissinghurst Castle Garden at its most peaceful, where the morning light brings the gardens to life in unforgettable ways.
Session timings:
9:00am - Make your way down to Visitor Reception where you will be met by your knowledgeable volunteer guide
9:15am - Your tour begins
11:00am - The tour concludes when the garden opens to the public. However, you are welcome to continue exploring at your leisure.
*Note: Your tour ticket gives you all day access to the garden and indoor spaces, as well as free car parking.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All National Trust members | £20.00 |
| All Non-National Trust members | £35.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Meeting point
Please park in the car park and walk down to Visitor Reception for 9am.
- What to bring and wear
If you are a National Trust member and have booked a member's ticket, please make sure you bring your membership card with you as you will be asked to present it on the day of your visit.
- Accessibility
Please get in touch or speak to the guide on the day of your visit if you have any access requirements. The garden is mostly level access with a step-free route available.
- Other
On rainy days, parts of the garden pathways may be slippery, and we recommend bringing an umbrella with you.
Upcoming events
Conservation in Action: Restoring a Sissinghurst Model
Join volunteer Andrew Etherington and James Macmillan-Scott for a behind-the-scenes look as they work to restore a model of Sissinghurst Castle in the Tudor era, originally crafted in the 1970s.
'Between the Covers with Vita' Exhibition (10 February 2025 - 7 September 2025)
This exhibition explores the literary prowess of author Vita Sackville-West, accompanied by colourful commissioned artwork by Sarah Tanat-Jones. Runs 10 February 2025 - 7 September 2025. Booking not required.
Fig Pruning Demonstration: Nowruz Celebrations
Join Head Gardener Troy Scott-Smith for a demonstration of Fig Tree pruning to celebrate the Iranian New Year, Nowruz.
Spring Nature Walk: Nowruz Celebrations
Shake off the cold of winter with a spring nature walk led by Head Ranger Peter Dear.