Sissinghurst Castle Garden – Poetry in Bloom

#cityplaybook #postandearn #familytrip #localguides Location: Cranbrook, Kent, England Tags: #sissinghurstcastle #vitasackvillewest #historicgardens #nationaltrustuk #kentgardens #englishromance #gardeninspiration Woven into the heart of the Kent countryside, Sissinghurst Castle Garden is more than a garden—it's a deeply personal creation, rich in atmosphere, romance, and literary legacy. Designed by writer and poet Vita Sackville-West and her husband Harold Nicolson in the 1930s, it is one of the most influential gardens of the 20th century. The garden is laid out as a series of intimate “rooms,” each evoking a different mood or theme. Perhaps the most iconic is the White Garden, a dreamy composition of silver foliage and pale blooms that has inspired countless imitations around the world. Climb the tower for sweeping views of the formal layout and the Kentish Weald beyond. Everywhere you walk, there is a sense of passion and personal artistry—of plants chosen for their form, color, and feeling. It is a garden that touches the soul as much as the senses. Don’t Miss: The White Garden and Rose Garden The tower room where Vita wrote her poetry Seasonal planting displays that evolve throughout the year The tranquil moat walk and orchards Visitor Notes: Open spring through autumn Tea room, bookshop, and plant sales available Beautiful at all times, but particularly stunning in June and July