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The Heart of Kent - a garden paradise

The Heart of Kent has more than its fair share of the most impressive gardens in Kent, and certainly lives up to county's reputation as the 'Garden of England'.

From famous gardens in their own right, such as those at Sissinghurst Castle and Great Dixter, to smaller private gardens, such as those at Marle Place and Hole Park - the variety will delight any garden lover.

National Trust properties such as Emmetts, Scotney Castle and the grounds of many of the manor houses in Kent, such Penshurst Place, Godinton House, Finchcocks and Leeds Castle, also provide some of the most stunning displays of blooms and landscapes in England.

Many gardens specialise in particular plant types - Downderry for lavender and rosemary; Iden Croft for herbs; Pashley Manor for displays of 20,000 tulip bulbs; Hever Castle for magnificent displays of traditional roses; Yalding Organic Gardensfor herbaceous borders; Bedgebury National Pinetum and Beech Court Gardens for wonderful autumn colours; and the new and unusual 'World Garden' at Lullingstone Castle for displays of plants from all over the world.

From the famous to the secret, from the formal to the contemporary, there is something in the Heart of Kent to suit all garden lovers.

Discover The True Garden of England in the Heart of Kent.