National Garden Scheme – Open Gardens

Tuesday 24 June / 11am - 7pm

On Tuesday 24 June, we will be opening our gardens in collaboration with the National Garden Scheme.

This charitable open gardens sees proceeds go to charities associated with the NGS eg: Macmillan Cancer Support, Marie Curie, Hospice UK and the Queen’s Nursing Institute.

This event will run alongside our open day. You can upgrade your gardens ticket to enter the castle onsite.

Grounds – 11am – 7pm
Adults – £9.00
Children (4-15) – £3.00
Under 3’s – Free of Charge

Castle – 12 noon – 4pm
Adults – £18.50
Children (4-15) – £11.00
Under 3’s – Free of Charge

Walker’s House Tearoom will be open and serving food and refreshments.

Tickets Available Soon

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