Scotney Castle - Tunbridge Wells
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Scotney is not one but two houses. At the top of the hill is the new house, designed by Anthony Salvin in Elizabethan style and built in 1837 for Edward Hussey III, who took the ‘Picturesque’ style as his inspiration. At the bottom of the valley are the romantic ruins of a medieval castle and moat. This is the focal point of the celebrated gardens featuring spectacular displays of rhododendrons, azaleas and kalmia in May/June with trees and shrubs providing autumnal colour. The estate is open all year, offering a variety of walks through beautiful parkland, woodland and farmland. Don't miss
Making the most of your day A wide range of activities and events throughout the year – including open-air theatre, music, lecture lunches and great family activities. Estate and wildlife walks – a full events programme is available. Dogs: welcome on leads around estate, but assistance dogs only in the garden Opening times Garden* 23 Feb - 30 Oct 11 11 - 5:30 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays We Th Fr Sa Su 5 Nov - 18 Dec 11 11 - 5 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays Closed Wednesdays Closed Thursdays Closed Fridays Sa Su House 23 Feb - 30 Oct 11 11 - 5 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays We Th Fr Sa Su 3 Dec - 18 Dec 11 11 - 4 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays Closed Wednesdays Closed Thursdays Closed Fridays Sa Su Old Castle 23 Feb - 30 Oct 11 11 - 3 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays We Th Fr Sa Su Estate walks Open all year Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Shop and tea-room 23 Feb - 30 Oct 11 11 - 5:30 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays We Th Fr Sa Su 5 Nov - 18 Dec 11 11 - 4 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays Closed Wednesdays Closed Thursdays Closed Fridays Sa Su KEY: Dark blue=open Open Bank Holiday Mondays and Good Friday. Last admission one hour before closing. Timed tickets for the house are limited and may sell out on busy days. Guided tours of the house only during December opening. Garden and estate may close during high winds. *Closes dusk if earlier. | |||||||||||||||||||||||