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Meet the Sissinghurst Scholars

Meet the Sissinghurst Scholars, offering a rare opportunity to engage with team members of one of England's most iconic gardens.

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Meet the Sissinghurst Scholars, offering a rare opportunity to engage with team members of one of England's most iconic gardens.

Talks will alternate between 'Sissinghurst Scholars' and 'Growing Scholars'. Explore Sissinghurst through talks by its 'Sissinghurst Scholars': the experts tending to the historic gardens, preserving their beauty and heritage.

Meet the Sissinghurst Scholar on 8th May, 5th June and 24th July.

Meet the Growing Scholar on 24th April, 29th May, 19th June and 7th August.

Learn about sustainable practices and plant growth from the 'Growing Scholars' supporting the vegetable garden and nursery.

This event offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the daily lives of the scholars, showcasing their passion, expertise, and ongoing projects at Sissinghurst.

Learn first-hand about the scholarship programme designed to cultivate the Head Gardeners of the future. Generously funded by donations and legacies, this scholarship aims to nurture talent and preserve Sissinghurst's legacy for generations to come.

All proceeds from ticket sales will be reinvested into the scholarship, ensuring its sustainability and enabling future scholars to continue their vital work.

While the standard ticket price is £15, we encourage additional donations to support this worthy cause and contribute to the preservation of Sissinghurst's heritage.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

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All £15.00
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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Meeting point

Please meet at Visitor Reception to sign in.

Other

Entry into the garden and collection spaces is not included in the ticket price. This must be purchased separately at Visitor Reception

Contact info

Sissinghurst Castle Garden

Upcoming events

Event

A Persian Paradise exhibition (Until 27 May) 

An immersive exhibition that reveals the travels and inspirations of Vita and Harold in 1920s Iran. Now extended up to and including 27 May.

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on
20 May to 27 May 2024
at
11:00 to 17:00
+ 7 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
25 May to 2 Jun 2024
at
10:30 to 16:45
+ 8 other dates or times
Event

Meet the Maker: Knots Wood Design 

Join us for live wood turning demonstrations at Sissinghurst Castle Garden. All wood used sustainably sourced from National Trust properties.

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on
30 May to 31 May 2024
at
12:00 to 16:00
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Radical Relationships: A new display (1 June 2024 - 30 March 2025) 

Explore how Vita, Harold and their inner creative circle did not fit with early 20th century societal norms of gender and sexuality. A new display told through the books in Vita and Harold's collection. Opening Saturday 1 June.

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on
1 Jun 2024 to 30 Mar 2025
at
11:00 to 17:00
+ 300 other dates or times