A DAY OUT
For All Ages

Picton Castle & Gardens is the perfect destination for a day out with all the family. Set within 50 acres of gardens, there is plenty of space to explore and discover together.

Explore the Jungle Boardwalk to journey through exotic plants, wander through the maze, and let your imagination run wild at our Adventure Playground. Children can also enjoy free trails around the gardens, activities in the family room, geocaching, and summer lawn games.

Follow the fairy trail in Peach House Woods to discover enchanting fairy houses, providing opportunities to young explorers to learn about nature and wildlife. Please ask for a leaflet at the Ticket Office and return it when completed for a free sticker.

BOOK YOUR ADMISSION

Family Ticket

For the best value, be sure to purchase family admission. This covers two adults and two children aged 5 - 17.

Single family admission is also available, covering one adult and two children aged 5 - 17.

Children under 5 enjoy free admission.

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   Louise Blackwell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lovely grounds  beautiful gardens
Would recommend taking a picnic as the café was limited and expensive  .
All volunteers were friendly and helpful 🙂
  
 
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   Jan Harvey (Harvey Jones) 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Beautiful gardens
  
 
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   Chris Ascott 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a great afternoon here!!

Have been to many NT/RHS and other places, but Picton was way up there with the best!

The castle/house had a great feel to it, you could almost live there, very homely.  Garden was very well kept and we liked the general layout and especially the herb beds.

Restaurant food very good as well

Just wish it was closer for us to revisit!
  
 
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   Sally Wilson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Went on a rainy day, beautiful gardens which we saw in between showers, several places to shelter from the rain, fun jungle walk. Nice cafe and also a cheaper coffee machine in the building opposite the cafe.
  
 
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   Rob Cox 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great place. Lots of things to see. Great cafe and wonderful gardens.
  
 
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   Phil Johanson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Well worth a visit if you are in the area.  House and gardens are currently being restored to their former glory.  Very good cafe on site serving Spanish food but it gets very busy.
  
 
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   Helen OKane 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Beautiful garden, tasty lunch but miserable older staff which is why I dropped one star. The student age group delivering food, very engaging.
  
 
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   John Matchett 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A really lovely place to visit.

The castle has a very homely feel, unlike some stately homes. The staff were all really friendly and helpful.

There's a good tea shop and the gardens just go on and on. The plants are all in great condition, so if you are a garden fan or enjoy photographing interesting specimen plants, then this is a perfect place to go. You'll need at least 2-3 hours but could easily enjoy 4-5. There are both formal and informal planted areas - plus a woodland walk we didn't have time for.

There's a maze plus a wild board-walk and structures to keep kids amused.

Tickets are reasonable and valid for a few days if you're in the area.
  
 
  
  
 
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Our Family Activities

Nature Walk and Seasonal Trails

Take a stroll through Peep-in Woods on a family-friendly nature walk and discover the rich wildlife that calls these beautiful woodlands home.

Along the way you’ll find brass plaques featuring woodland animals, perfect for little explorers keen to solve our engaging nature puzzle. Don’t forget to make rubbings of the plaques, a lovely way to capture your memories and take a little piece of your adventure home.

We have different activities for children in each season of the year. It could be fairy doors in the summer, an autumn trail or a winter welly walk. So there is always a new reason for playing outdoors.

Adventure Playground &
Jungle Walk

Younger visitors will find plenty to enjoy in our exciting adventure play area, designed to spark imagination and encourage active play. Right next door is the lush jungle garden, a vibrant space filled with tropical plants and hidden corners to explore.

Take a journey along the jungle boardwalk, which winds its way through towering plants, creating a sense of discovery around every turn. This immersive trail offers a fun and memorable experience for both children and adults, making it a must visit part of your day.

Geocaching

Geocaching is a global treasure hunting game that combines the thrill of discovery with the great outdoors, and you can join the adventure right here at Picton Castle.

Hidden around our beautiful gardens are four cleverly disguised caches, waiting to be found. To take part, simply download the Geocache app onto your phone or any GPS-enabled device, then follow the clues to track down each secret location.

The caches may look like ordinary woodland items, but inside you’ll find a logbook to record your discovery and the option to share your find online. It’s fun, free, and perfect for all ages!