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Sissinghurst Summer 'Fête' (18 July - 6 September)

Celebrate summer in style with lawn games, craft activities, dress up and spotter trails.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

A range of children's and family activities inspired by the charm and creativity of Sissinghurst in the 1930s.

Join us for craft activities under the gazebo, an all-ages dress up area where you can live out your garden party fantasy, lawn games and nature spotter trails.

Free with admission.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Accessibility

There is level access to the plain.

Meeting point

Please scan your membership cards or pay for entry at Visitor Reception. The games will take place on the plain opposite Visitor Reception.

Suitability for children

Recommended for ages 3+

What to bring and wear

The event is outdoors, please wear weather-appropriate clothing for the day of your visit.

Other

The event is free but admission applies. Please scan your membership cards or pay for entry at Visitor Reception.

Contact info

Sissinghurst Castle Garden

Upcoming events

Passion and Politics: Sissinghurst and Greece (Until 28 June 2026) 

For the first time, diplomat Harold Nicolson's role in the fortunes of post-war Greece takes centre stage in this exhibition at Sissinghurst. Now extended until 28 June 2026.

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on
19 Jun to 28 Jun 2026
at 11:00 to 17:00+ 9 other dates or times

Meet the Maker: Silverhand Estate 

Join us for a relaxing day of organic wine tasting at Sissinghurst Castle Garden

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on
19 Jun 2026
at 11:30 to 16:00

Private Morning Tours at Sissinghurst 

Experience a private tour of our historic garden in the early morning light before we open to the public.

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on
23 Jun to 27 Jun 2026
at 09:00 to 11:00+ 1 other date or time

Sissinghurst Stories (13 July - 06 September) 

Discover Sissinghurst Castle's history, from Elizabethan manor house to 18th century prison and finally a world-renowned garden.

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on
13 Jul to 13 Sep 2026
at 11:00 to 17:00+ 62 other dates or times