Visitor Information for Scotney Castle Garden
Google Visitor Review Score 4.7/5 Stars
Opening Days: The Gardens are open daily apart from Christmas Day & Boxing Day
Opening Times: 10am to 5pm (4pm in winter)
Admission Prices: Adults £20.90, Children under 5 to 17 years £10.50, Children under 5 Free
Check here for this years full opening times, costs, events & facilities
Top Tip: Pre book your accessible car parking to guarantee a space
Key Features of Scotney Castle Garden
Walled Garden . Moat . Orchids . Play Area . Waymarked Paths . Accessible . Shop . Tea Room . Plant Sales . Dog Friendly
About Scotney Castle Garden
Scotney Castle Garden, a National Trust Garden, is packed full of features including the one acre walled garden, ice house, moat and giant sequoia trees.
There are roses climbing the castle wall, orchids and grass terraces, a bowling green and for the kids the Badger & Pepper play area.
The wider 740 acre Estate has waymarked paths and Longhorn and Sussex cattle to spot!
The Coach House Tea Room for refreshments, a Plant Shop, Gift Shop & Betsy’s Second hand bookshop.
There is also a Kiosk open in the summer selling cold drinks, ice cream and doggy ice cream!
The Castle and House are open for tours – just check on the opening times as these differ from the garden and estate.
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Accessibility at Scotney Castle Garden
Generally all pretty accessible with motorised scooters available to borrow along with manual wheelchairs.
If in doubt read there full accessibility information on the website.
Dogs at Scotney Castle Garden
Dogs on short leads are allowed at Scotney Castle Garden in most areas apart from the mansion house and walled garden.
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Contact Details for Scotney Castle Garden
Address: Scotney Castle Garden, Lamberhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3 8JN
Tel: 01892893820
Email: scotneycastle@nationaltrust.org.uk
Web: Link here
Accommodation near to Scotney Castle Garden
If you are looking for somewhere to stay near to Scotney Castle Garden near Tunbridge Wells then look here for your Lamberhurst Accommodation.
Visitor Reviews of Scotney Castle Garden
Google Visitor Review Score 4.7 stars
Don’t take our word for how genuinely super these gardens are. Here is what visitors to Scotney Castle Garden had to say:
Most reviewers feel it is well worth a full day visit, appealing equally to families, couples, photographers, and dog walkers. The staff, setting, and overall upkeep receive frequent praise.
Simply one of the most beautiful and unique National Trust properties in Kent.”
“The old castle by the lake is magical.”
“Romantic ruins, stunning views, peaceful gardens.”
“A true triumph of landscape design.”
“Beautifully dressed for Christmas with trees in every room, magical.”
“The house is amazing and full of history.”
“Small scale manor house but absolutely stunningly beautiful.”
“Extensive grounds… hidden areas everywhere.”
“Hexagonal walled garden full of colour.”
“Gardens are extensive and somehow very relaxing.”
“Lovely walks around lakes and groves.”
“Absolutely worth a visit.”
“Lovely staff.”
Images © National Trust Images/Laurence Perry
Map and Location of Scotney Castle Garden
All information was believed to correct at the time of publication
Lamberhurst
Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 8JN
United Kingdom