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The Newt Code Trail

🌿 The Newt Code Trail 🗝️ Are you ready for an adventure? 🔍✨ The Newt Quest Trail is launching this May! 🌼

  • Booking not needed
  • Admission applies

Solve clues 🧩, explore nature 🍃, and become a Newt Protector! 🛡️🦎 Did you know Tattershall Castle is home to the Great Crested Newt? 🏰🦎 Complete activities at each ‘Newt’ station to gather clues 🔎 that reveal the final code 🔐. Crack it to earn your ‘Newt Protector’ certificate 📜 and a small prize 🎁. 💚 Normal admission charges apply — National Trust members & under 5s go FREE 🆓 💷 The fundraising trail costs £2.50 — includes a small prize 🎁 and certificate 🏅

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Trail£2.50
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Upcoming events

Easter Adventures at Tattershall Castle 

This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Tattershall Castle on an Easter trail. The trail may be bought on the day.

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on
3 Apr to 19 Apr 2026
at 10:30 to 16:30+ 9 other dates or times

Summer of Play 

Big skies, bold games, and brilliant family fun—summer comes alive at Tattershall Castle!

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on
19 Jul to 6 Sep 2026
at 10:30 to 16:30+ 22 other dates or times

Medieval Reenactment Weekend 

Experience an action-packed medieval tournament at Tattershall Castle with Buckingham's Retinue.

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on
29 Aug to 31 Aug 2026
at 10:30 to 16:30+ 2 other dates or times

Heritage Open Days at Tattershall Castle 

Enjoy FREE entry to Tattershall Castle on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September (10.30am - 4.30pm, last entry 3.30pm).

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on
12 Sep to 13 Sep 2026
at 10:30 to 16:30+ 1 other date or time