Scotney Castle Garden and Estate
Awards
- Visit Britain Awards - Code of Practice 2008
Home of the Hussey family since the late 18th Century, Scotney Castle was remodelled during the 1830's by Edward Hussey III who took the Picturesque style as his inspiration. The new house was designed by Anthony Salvin in the 'Old English' style. Atmospheric interiors combine Victorian revival style with domestic comfort and reflect the lives of successive members of the family, most notably architectural historian Christopher Hussey. The celebrated gardens, designed around the ruins of a 14th Century moated castle, feature spectacular displays of rhododendrons, azaleas and balmia in May and June, wisteria and roses rambling over the ruins in summer and trees and ferns providing rich colour in autumn. There are fine walks through the estate, with its parkland, woodland, hop farm and wonderful vistas and views.
Whats new on 2007 - The Mansion House will be open for the first time. Light refreshments available in the Walled Garden. Extended winter opening for garden and shop.
Opening Times
Open All Year
| 17/03/2008 - 28/10/2008 |
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Ticket Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Admission Mansion & Garden Family | £19.30 per ticket |
| Admission Garden Family | £13.00 per ticket |
| Admission Mansion & Garden Adult | £7.70 per ticket |
| Admission Garden Adult | £5.80 per ticket |
| Admission Mansion & Garden Child | £3.80 per ticket |
| Admission Garden Child | £2.90 per ticket |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A21. On the A21, 1 mile south of Lamberhurst.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Tunbridge Wells or Wadhurst. Pre-book a taxi for both journeys
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- In countryside
- No Smoking Attraction
- Outdoor Attraction
Accessibility
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - Hearing loop in shop and reception.
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Audio, Braille and large print guides.
- Facility for service dogs
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Catering
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Approx length of visit - 01:00
- Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.
- MasterCard accepted
- Max group size - 60
- Min group size - 15
- Special group rates
- Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted
Establishment Features
- Printed Material in Foreign Languages
- Toilets
Specialist Features
- Marketed Towards Families
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
Printed Material in Foreign Languages
- Dutch printed material
- French printed material
- German printed material