Bridge and Gardening 

Following our hugely successful break last April, we will be returning to The George for Spring 2016 for another midweek 3-night stay. We are combining the break with two fabulous optional garden visits to inspire you for the gardening year. Last time our guests simply loved the visit to Perch Hill to hear Sarah Raven's talk combined with a delicious lunch - we will be returning this year, as well as a new visit to Sissinghurst Castle Gardens, surely one of the most beautiful gardens in England.

Click here to see some photos of our last visit.

The George in Rye

Dating from 1575, the hotel was recently renovated to create one of the most stunning hideaways on the south coast. The features include an original Georgian ballroom used for lavish banquets and the bar ceiling made from 16th-century ship masts. The combination of old English coaching inn and contemporary British style is terrific and we are sure you will love its comfortable yet informal atmosphere. The bedrooms have all been fully renovated and designed with their own individual colour scheme, fabrics and bespoke furniture providing excellent contemporary comforts with retro exuberance and great style. 

“One of the 50 Best British breaks” The Independent, 2013

"100 Ultimate British Hotels, 2013: we love the freestanding tin baths and the fact that the design feels natural. Downstairs is cosy - and the food is great” Sunday Times, 2013

For more information click here to view the hotel website.

Talk by Sarah Raven with lunch at Perch Hill Farm 

Sarah Raven is a garden expert, florist, cook and television presenter. Her talk, ‘Brilliant Containers’ will be discussing the best plants (perennials, bulbs and annuals) for scent, scale and colour for successful pots throughout the year. The Perch Hill Farm garden, crammed full with flowers, is simply beautiful and you will have a guided tour with Sarah, followed by a delicious lunch using fresh produce from the garden.

£75 per person (includes coffee/tea, homemade biscuits, 1-hour talk, tour and lunch); 40 mins drive from The George 

Sissinghurst Castle Gardens
Now owned by the National Trust, Sissinghurst Castle Garden was created in the 1930’s by Vita Sackville-West and her husband Harold Nicolson and is the most visited garden in Britain. This stunning garden features a series of ‘rooms’ each with a distinct theme and separated by yew hedges and ancient walls. We plan to book a private 1-hour tour* before the garden opens at 11, then time to wander round before lunch in the cafe or restaurant, or picnic if you prefer.

Price: approx £20 per person* (£10 for National Trust members) for guided tour and access to the gardens. Lunch not included in price. Parking £2 (non NT members); Minimum 15 people; 40 mins drive from The George

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