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Spring butterfly spotter trail at Scotney Castle

Venture on a Butterfly Expedition at Scotney Castle. This Spring, dive into the enchanting world of butterflies with our exciting spotter trail around the stunning Scotney Castle Gardens.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Discover and learn about the vibrant butterflies that call the Scotney Castle gardens home. Pick up your free trail sheet when you arrive.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Most suited to younger children.

Meeting point

Pick up your free spotter sheets from Visitor Reception.

What to bring and wear

Weather appropriate clothes and footwear as the trail is completely outdoors.

Accessibility

Hard-surfaced paths, suitable for buggies, wheelchairs and powered mobility vehicles.

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.

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on
9 Jun to 17 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 130 other dates or times
Event

Guided walk- trees and forest bathing 

In celebration of Great Big Green Week join one of our knowledgeable estate guides for a special walk taking in some of our special trees and an opportunity for some forest bathing.

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on
12 Jun to 15 Jun 2025
at
11:30 to 13:00
+ 7 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!

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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.

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on
19 Jul to 31 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 43 other dates or times