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Meet the Sissinghurst Scholars

More dates added. 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.

Learn about sustainable practices and plant growth from our 'Growing Scholar' Molly, supporting the vegetable garden and nursery. Dive into the maintenance of the main garden with our 'Sissinghurst Scholar' Paul.

Meet the Sissinghurst Scholar on 24th July, 25th September, 9th October, 6th November and 4th December.

Meet the Growing Scholar on 7th August, 18th September, 23rd October, 20th November and 11th December.

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 the career development of budding gardeners.

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 donations to support this worthy cause and contribute to the preservation of Sissinghurst's heritage.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
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

'Radical Relationships' 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 display told through the books in Vita and Harold's collection.

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on
1 Nov 2024 to 30 Mar 2025
at
11:00 to 15:30
+ 147 other dates or times
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Troy Scott-Smith: The Art of Rose Pruning 

The Sissinghurst Series presents our Head Gardener Troy Scott-Smith on the art of rose pruning.

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on
3 Nov 2024
at
13:30 to 15:30
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Mediterranean Gardening: Insights from Delos 

The Sissinghurst Series presents Sissinghurst gardener Richard Gravett on how to create your own Mediterranean garden inspired by Delos.

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on
7 Nov 2024
at
13:30 to 15:00
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The Yuletide Trail 

Discover how Christmas was celebrated at Sissinghurst over 400 years ago with our festive family trail. 

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on
23 Nov 2024 to 5 Jan 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 41 other dates or times