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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

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

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The basics

Suitability

Recommended for ages 3+

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.

What to bring and wear

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

Accessibility

There is level access to the plain.

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
9 May to 28 Jun 2026
at 11:00 to 17:00+ 50 other dates or times

For the Love of Irises (15-16 May) 

A celebration of the Iris at Sissinghurst, often seen as the 'shooting stars' of the plant world. Includes a range of free pop-up activities. Standard admission applies.

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on
15 May to 16 May 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00+ 1 other date or time

Butterfly Trail: May Half Term 

Join us on a Butterfly Trail for this May Half-Term at Sissinghurst.

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on
23 May to 31 May 2026
at 10:00 to 16:45+ 8 other dates or times

'Sissinghurst and Greece': In Conversation 

An afternoon of expert-led talks exploring diplomat Harold Nicolson’s role in the fortunes of post-war Greece and how, in turn, Greece inspired the iconic design of his home at Sissinghurst.

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on
4 Jun 2026
at 13:30 to 16:00