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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 (excluding July), 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

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket 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.

Contact info

Sissinghurst Castle Garden

Upcoming events

Event

Easter Egg Hunt at Sissinghurst Castle Garden 

This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Sissinghurst Castle Garden on an Easter Trail. Extended until Sunday 27th April and while stocks last.

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on
23 Apr to 27 Apr 2025
at
10:30 to 17:30
+ 4 other dates or times
Event

'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.

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on
23 Apr to 7 Sep 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 137 other dates or times
Event

Dragonfly Trail: May Half Term 

Join us on a Dragonfly Trail for this Half Term’s Minibeast May!

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on
24 May to 1 Jun 2025
at
10:00 to 16:45
+ 8 other dates or times
Event

Meet the Maker: JoyPots 

Drop in for some indulgent tastings by JoyPots in our main shop.

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on
6 Jun 2025
at
12:00 to 15:00