Family fun this winter at Scotney Castle

Don't get stuck inside this winter, wrap up warm and make new memories with your family this season. With waymarked estate walks, a natural play area and 50 things activities, there's plenty to keep you busy.

Explore inside a tree, build a den or create some wild art - just a few things you can do at our wilderness camp.
Families playing in the badger and pepper play area

Badger and Pepper play area

Badger and Pepper were the beloved dogs of Arthur Hussey and we have now introduced their playground into the garden, to keep our younger visitors entertained. Swing from the trees on our new tree swings, play our natural drum kit or hide out in the play house. For those not afraid to get their hands dirty there is also the opportunity to make a mud pie, or two, in our mud kitchen. PLEASE NOTE: this area is closed to allow repairs and maintenance to take place. It is expected to re-open by the end of January 2020.

A family enjoying 50 things to do before you're 11 3/4

50 things to do before you're 11 ¾

From the trees on your street to the flowers on your way to school, nature's all around you. Each challenge helps you become an awesome explorer and it also helps you understand a bit more about the nature around you and how to care for it too. Ask a member of the team for more details and start exploring today!

A forest den

Wilderness Camp

Explore inside a tree, build a den or create some wild art - just a few things you can do at our wilderness camp. Set you imaginations free and start ticking off some of your 50 things to do before you're 11 ¾.

Scotney Castle in the frost
Walking trail

Scotney parkland trail

Scotney Castle, Kent

Discover more about the history of Scotney Castle estate by following our parkland trail, featuring the iconic view of Scotney, the old Hornbeam Pollard, and Second World War bomb craters.

  • Moderate
  • 1 hour
  • 2.0 miles (3.2km)
Two ladies walking their dogs down past the mansion in the garden
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Dog Walking at Scotney Castle

Scotney Castle, Kent

We love dogs, and they're more than welcome to come and explore the estate and garden at Scotney Castle.

The parkland in the winter sun
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Winter walks at Scotney Castle

Scotney Castle, Kent

The Scotney Castle garden and estate are the perfect place to stretch your legs this winter. With four way marked trails suitable for all abilities, there really is a walk to suit everyone (and a welcoming tea-room to warm up in afterwards).

A view over the moat in autumn at Scotney Castle, Kent
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Autumn colour at Scotney Castle

Scotney Castle, Kent

When autumn arrives, the garden and estate at Scontey Castle bursts into colour. The colours and textures of oranges, yellows and reds create a bright picture across the landscape.

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Nap Wood walk, in the footsteps of drovers

Scotney Castle, Kent

A tranquil walk in Nap Wood, home to a fantastic array of wildlife, from the mature trees that tower above you to the vivid displays of bluebells that decorate the woodland floor in late spring.

  • Easy
  • 20 mins
  • 1.0 mile (1.6km)
View of Scotney Castle from the estate
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The Estate at Scotney Castle

Scotney Castle, Kent

The estate at Scotney Castle in Kent offers an array of parkland and woodland with perfect picnic spots, hop gardens and a herd of Sussex cattle.