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Apple Picking Weekend (27 & 28 September)

Come apple picking with us in our orchard this September! Buy a bag to fill with delicious apples and take home a piece of Sissinghurst with you.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Are you looking for that perfect apple to make your crumble with this Autumn? Maybe you want to try out a new recipe, or are just looking for that perfectly crunchy first bite.

Whatever the reason, this self-led experience will take you through the Top Orchard next to the car park- an often overlooked area of Sissinghurst.

On the day:

Pay £5 at Visitor Reception and you'll be given a Sissinghurst 'Shilling'.

Up at the orchard, exchange this 'Shilling' for an apple picking bag. Our team will be stationed there ready to help and to show you around.

Then it's all up to you! Browse through our many varieties of eating and cooking apples, and see how many you can carry home with you in the bag.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

Children of all ages welcome

Meeting point

Admission to the site, car parking, and payment for the apple picking bags can be taken at Visitor Reception.

What to bring and wear

Please be aware this event is outdoors and will be subject to wet weather. Please check weather forecasts nearer the event date and dress accordingly.

Accessibility

This event has level access for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Please note there is uneven terrain around the whole site.

Contact info

Sissinghurst Castle Garden

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