An Afternoon at Perch Hill and Evening at Sissinghurst
The day starts with lunch (2 courses) in the new greenhouse at Perch Hill, Sarah and
Adam's home. Then listen to Sarah talk about her and Adam's 32 years creating the
garden and restoring the farm and what's interesting and particularly lovely in the
garden. There is then plenty of time for private wanderings, the Perch Hill shop will
also be open.
Then we will travel (everyone in their own cars) to Sissinghurst, approx 45 minutes
drive away, meeting at 5.45pm (as the garden shuts to the public) at the garden
entrance to be checked in. Not only is the evening light the best light in which to see a
garden, but you'll have the added pleasure of being somewhere that you know is often
very busy when it isn’t. That combination means that Sissinghurst becomes magical
on these evenings.
If the weather is fine the Perch Hill team will serve you canapés and fizz on the
entrance lawn and then there will be a couple of talks (starting with Adam - who was
brought up there), followed by Sarah.
Sarah and Adam lived at Sissinghurst for eight years, raising their children there. So,
first, hear about Sissinghurst and its history from Adam and then Sarah will talk
briefly about the making of the garden, Vita Sackville West’s garden style and what
has happened there since she died in 1962. After talks, you then have a good hour for
private wandering - so you can see the rose and white garden at their absolute best.
Sarah and Adam will be around for this part of the evening to help with questions on
Sissinghurst, the garden and life there. Sarah will be there to help with plant names
and queries. It’s a good idea to take a photo on your phone of any plants you want
identifying to show Sarah. The Tower will be open through this time so you can climb
up for a panoramic view.
Wet Weather Plan: Checking in by a Perch Hill member of staff and fizz, canapés and
talks (with slides) in the top of the Oast. We will then go into the garden and the
evening will proceed as above. Please bring umbrellas and realistic coats and shoes –
just in case of showers/rain.
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Terms & Conditions
You will receive your confirmation via email
Open day refunds:All of our open day dates are non-transferable and non-refundable. If you are unable to attend you are welcome to send your order confirmation along to someone who can attend in your place.
Course / event refunds:
We can refund the full cost of your course / event if we receive at least 8 weeks notice of the cancellation.
We are unable to offer a refund or transfer if we receive less than 4 weeks notice of the cancellation. A friend or family member is welcome to attend in your place. For more information, please see our course FAQs
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What Happens Next
If you’re attending an Open Day, you’ll receive a confirmation email ten days before your visit, containing all the details you need to ensure you have a really enjoyable day.
For everyone attending a course, you'll receive an email one month before your visit, containing details about the course, directions and listings of local B&Bs.
Please note that our courses and events are ticketless, so you don’t need to bring a ticket with you unless otherwise stated.
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