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Father's Day Fishing & Fun

Celebrate Father’s Day with a relaxed day outdoors, packed with simple pleasures and family fun.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join us for a Father’s Day Fishing and Fun Day, where Dads (and everyone else!) can try their hand at fishing in the beautiful historic moat guided by our friendly in-house fishing fans. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a seasoned angler or giving it a go for the first time, it’s all about unwinding and making memories.

In the garden, younger visitors can enjoy a classic game of hook-a-duck in the pond.

With beer tasting from Westerham Brewery, showcasing a selection of locally crafted ales and Ploughman's in the café, everyone will be thoroughly spoilt.

Suggested donation £3 for a 30-minute experience. Pre-booking is not required, just sign-up on arrival.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Booking details

Call 01732810378

Suitability

Children welcome

Meeting point

The fishing activity with take place on the South side of the moat. Please check-in outside the Coach House to reserve your slot.

What to bring and wear

This activity takes place outdoors. Please dress suitably for potentially wet or cold weather.

Accessibility

The garden is steep in places with steps and gravel, cobbles and grass pathways - please speak to staff on arrival for the best route for your needs. Disabled parking is available near visitor reception but there is some gravel in areas of the car park. Pushchairs are permitted in all areas of the garden, but please take care. Take care, there are many open water areas around the garden.

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