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Scotney Castle Outdoor Theatre: The Secret Garden

Come on in and discover the magic of The Secret Garden in this heartfelt, energetic production full of original music, puppetry, interaction and laughs.

  • Booking essential

Join Mary, Colin and Dickon as they tell you the story of their favourite place in the world - The Secret Garden. Following their success in 2024, The Plandits are bringing their re-imagining of the classic Frances Hodgson Burnett book back for a second summer season.

Suitable for anyone aged 6+ who loves literature and the great outdoors, audiences have described the show as ‘truly captivating’, ‘uplifting’, ‘totally charming and magical’. As the three characters discover the transforming power of being active, the magic of nature and the joy of play, we’re sure you’ll leave this performance with a renewed enthusiasm for the world around you!

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

Ideal for families with children age 6 years and over.

Meeting point

Meet in the courtyard outside the tearoom.

What to bring and wear

Bring a picnic, blanket or low-backed chair but no high-backed chairs, tables, gazebos, umbrellas, glass, naked flames including bbqs and candles.

Accessibility

Level access; gravelled paths; accessible toilets.

Contact info

National Trust event bookings

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.

Event summary

on
24 Jun to 17 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 115 other dates or times
Event

Interested in volunteering? 

If you've ever wondered what it's like to volunteer at Scotney Castle, here's your chance!

Event summary

on
10 Jul 2025
at
10:30 to 12:00
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.

Event summary

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.

Event summary

on
26 Jul 2025
at
11:00 to 13:00
+ 1 other date or time