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February Half-term: Family activity trail

This February half-term, step into an adventure like no other in the beautiful Scotney Castle gardens.

  • Booking not needed
  • Admission applies

Professor Paradox has broken her time machine and its power crystals have scattered across history. Each crystal is guarded by one of her time-travelling friends, hidden in six exciting eras of history around the gardens; Age of the Dinosaurs, The Romans, The Victorians, Nineteen Twenties, Nineteen Sixties and The Future! Journey through time on this outdoor family-friendly trail, complete the fun puzzles and activities in each era and find the lettered power crystals. Piece them together to free Professor Paradox from the future and collect your prize.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All £3.50
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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Family-friendly trail suitable for most 3-12 year olds

Meeting point

Purchase your trail sheet at the Visitor Entrance.

What to bring and wear

Outdoor clothing and shoes.

Accessibility

The garden is on a steep slope with hard-surface paths suitable for buggies, prams and mobility scooters. Accessible WCs and children's changing facilities are in the courtyard. There are no facilities in the garden. Accessible parking bays in main car park.

Other

All visitors should book their car parking in advance to guarantee entry.

Contact info

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