Sissinghurst Castle Garden
Sissinghurst Castle Garden, Grade I listed garden in Kent, England
The garden spans five hectares divided into ten enclosed spaces, each featuring specific themes and plant collections connected by pathways and hedges.
The medieval property transformed into a castle in the 16th century by the Baker family later became a prison during the Seven Years War.
Writers Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicolson purchased the estate in 1930, creating gardens that influenced modern landscape design principles.
The National Trust maintains the gardens, offering guided tours, seasonal events, and educational programs about horticulture and conservation.
The White Garden section combines silver and grey foliage with white flowers, creating patterns that shine under moonlight.
Location: Sissinghurst
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Fee: Yes
Website: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sissinghurst-castle-garden
Operator: National Trust
Address: Biddenden Road TN17 2AB
Website: http://nationaltrust.org.uk/sissinghurst-castle-garden
GPS coordinates: 51.11583,0.58167
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:35
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