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Jackson's plein air day

A plein air event for artists of all ages and skill levels, working in any medium, to connect and respond to the landscape together.

  • Booking essential
  • Free event

What to expect

A casual gathering for artists of all levels to connect and respond to the landscape together, with support and advice on hand from a Jackson's art materials specialist, and a meet-up at the end of the day to look at everyone's artworks. Whether you paint, draw, print, or work with any other medium, everyone is welcome.

Times

The basics

Booking details

Call 0207 2540077 Please book your place via the Jackson's website

Meeting point

Meet at the ticket office at 9:45am ready to start at 10am. The day will finish with a meet up at 3pm to reflect on the day.

What to bring and wear

Whether you work in oils, acrylics, watercolour, printmaking or drawing please make sure to bring with you what you need. Please dress suitably for the weather!

Upcoming events

Event

Islandness- A visual storytelling exhibition 

This year's exhibition at Scotney focuses on the work of Kent based visual storyteller, Rebecca Douglas, translating nature's stories into compelling visual narratives through photography, video, drone speaking and writing.

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on
12 Jul to 17 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 97 other dates or times
Event

Summer of Play at Scotney Castle, Kent: 19 July to 31 August 

Enjoy playful family days out this summer at Scotney Castle from Saturday 19 July to Sunday 31 August. Normal admission applies.

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on
19 Jul to 31 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 43 other dates or times
Event

Meet Me on the Island, Scotney Castle - Meet & Greet with Rebeca Douglas 

Kent based Rebecca Douglas, is the visual storyteller behind this season's exhibition in the Old Castle. She will be holding two drop in meet & greet sessions on Saturday 26th July.

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on
26 Jul 2025
at
11:00 to 13:00
+ 1 other date or time
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Scotney Castle Outdoor Theatre: Alice Through The Looking Glass 

Scotney Castle welcomes Quantum Theatre for their lively new adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s timeless classic, Through the Looking Glass (and What Alice Found There) to kick off our summer outdoor theatre season.

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on
2 Aug 2025
at
18:00 to 19:15