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Scotney Castle Outdoor Theatre: William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream

Shakespeare’s classic comedy of love and intrigue, magic and mayhem, is brought to life by family favourites Quantum Theatre in their wonderfully funny and exuberant production of the Shakespeare classic.

  • Booking essential

Set on that most dangerous of nights when fairies are abroad and nothing is as it seems four young, unsuspecting, lovers become entangled in their magical affray and soon no mortals are safe in those bewitched and bewitching woods outside Athens….

Quantum’s enchanting new production will have you spellbound so grab a picnic and a blanket and join in the fairy fun and frolics...

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult 17 years and above£15.00
Child 3-16 years£10.00
Family 1A 3C£35.00
Family 2A 2C£40.00
Family 2A 3C£50.00

Event additional prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Essential Companion or Carer£0.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Suitable for all ages

Meeting point

Meet in the courtyard outside the tearoom.

What to bring and wear

Clothing suitable for an outdoor performance. Picnics with rugs or low-backed picnic chairs. No BBQs, naked flames, high-backed chairs or picnic tables please.

Accessibility

Accessible parking bays. Level access to courtyard. Accessible WCs with baby/toddler changing areas.

Contact info

National Trust event bookings

Upcoming events

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12 May to 16 May 2025
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11:00 to 11:45
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Hospice in the Weald Meadow of Memories at Scotney Castle 17-26 May 

Visit a stunning display of handcrafted metal butterflies, each one dedicated in memory of a loved one. It’s the perfect setting to pause, remember and find comfort in a shared tribute this spring.

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on
17 May to 26 May 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 9 other dates or times
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Spring butterfly spotter trail at Scotney Castle 

Venture on a Butterfly Expedition at Scotney Castle. This Spring, dive into the enchanting world of butterflies with our exciting spotter trail around the stunning Scotney Castle Gardens.

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17 May to 15 Jun 2025
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10:00 to 17:00
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