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Visit… ‘Sissinghurst Castle Garden (01580 710700, nationaltrust.org. uk/sissinghurst-castle-garden) near Cranbrook – the world-renowned gardens are a real treat, an iconic legacy created by Vita Sackvillewest and her husband Harold Nicolson. Biddenden Vineyards (01580 291726, biddenden vineyards.com) is also well worth a visit and you can take a guided tour.’ Shop at… ‘The Weald Smokery (01580 879601, wealdsmokery.co.uk) in Hawkhurst for a fantastic delicatessen and amazing cheese.’ Go for a meal at… ‘The Milk House (01580 720200, themilkhouse.co.uk), the local pub in Sissinghurst. Or indulge in a patisserie treat and cup of coffee at Cocolicious (01580 714954, cocolicious.co.uk) in Cranbrook.’