Garden Colour Tour
Learn from the expertise of our garden team in this tour exploring how colour is used in the design of the garden.
- Booking essential
‘I love colour, and rejoice in it’ - Vita Sackville-West
Led by one of our expert gardeners, this exclusive tour explores the colour design of Sissinghurst Castle Garden.
From the fiery flowers in the Cottage Garden to the peaceful 'grey, green and white' of the White Garden, Sissinghurst is a testament to the creativity and experimentation of Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicolson. Learn top tips for planting and maintaining colour in your own garden alongside behind-the-scenes insight into how our current gardening team continue to care for each area. Take advantage of visiting the garden at its peak for a quieter, private experience, with the tour extending after-hours.
Tickets are £20 and include entrance to the garden. Car parking charges still apply.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All | £20.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Young people welcome
- Meeting point
Please sign in at Visitor Reception and meet outside the entrance to the garden
- What to bring and wear
Please wear weather-appropriate clothing, as the tour will still go ahead in case of rain.
- Accessibility
Much of the garden is accessible via level path, but please note some passages are very narrow.
Upcoming events
A Persian Paradise exhibition (Until 19 May)
An immersive exhibition that reveals the travels and inspirations of Vita and Harold in 1920s Iran. Now extended until 19 May.
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.
Bakhtiari: A Century Uncovered
Author Antony Wynn and former diplomat Charles Anson explore one hundred years of the Bakhtiari people.
Book Launch: 'Garden Heaven' by Vanessa Berridge
Join us for the book launch of "Garden Heaven" by Vanessa Berridge at Sissinghurst Castle Garden.