Days Out in the South East

Spring sun shining on Dover Castle

Enjoy a chilling ghost walk at Dover Castle or explore the former home of Queen Victoria this winter in the South East. There's also plenty of fun events for the kids this half term.

Our winter opening hours have changed: more properties are now open at weekends, but with restricted access during the week. Please check times before travelling.

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Dover Castle
Dover Castle

Kent

For a great family day out visit Dover Castle! NEW for 2011 Operation Dynamo: Rescue from Dunkirk. Explore the Secret Wartime Tunnels deep beneath the castle to see, hear and feel - as never before!

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Osborne House
Osborne House

Isle of Wight

Queen Victoria and Prince Albert's family home. Take a glimpse into the private life of the royal family and enjoy the vast estate and gardens.

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1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey & Battlefield
1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey & Battlefield

East Sussex

For a memorable family day out in Sussex visit Battle Abbey, set on the site of the 1066 Battle of Hastings. It is an enjoyable way to discover more about the most famous date in English history.

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Carisbrooke Castle
Carisbrooke Castle

Isle of Wight

See where King Charles I was imprisoned, climb the ramparts and keep and relax in the new Edwardian-style garden.

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Home of Charles Darwin (Down House)
Home of Charles Darwin (Down House)

Kent

Down House is a site of outstanding international significance. Here the famous scientist Charles Darwin lived with his family for forty years and worked on his revolutionary theories.

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Lullingstone Roman Villa
Lullingstone Roman Villa

Kent

Among the most outstanding Roman villa survivals in Britain, Lullingstone provides a unique all weather family day out. See fascinating Roman artifacts and enjoy a specially commissioned light show.

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Events : South East

Medieval Quest
Medieval Quest
Venue: Dover Castle, Kent
Date: Sat 11 - Sun 19 Feb

Heroes wanted to join a host of colourful medieval characters to battle the terrifying dragon. And the reward for returning the lost treasure to the king? Be dubbed a knight of the realm!
Norman & Saxon Quest
Norman & Saxon Quest
Venue: 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey & Battlefield, East Sussex
Date: Sat 11 - Sun 19 Feb

Can you help us find all the mini Norman and Saxon soldiers around the grounds of Battle Abbey? Find them all to receive your prize!
Curators Choice: Exclusive Guided Tour with Annie Kemkaran-Smith
Curators Choice: Exclusive Guided Tour with Annie Kemkaran-Smith
Venue: Home of Charles Darwin (Down House), Kent
Date: Mon 13 Feb

Join Property Curator, Annie Kemkaran-Smith at The Home of Charles Darwin, Down House for a special tour of the house and a more detailed look at the collection.
Winter Garden Walk at Walmer Castle
Winter Garden Walk at Walmer Castle
Venue: Walmer Castle and Gardens, Kent
Date: Fri 17 Feb

Enjoy the first signs of Spring on a tour of the Garden in winter. Expert advice on plants of winter interest.
Walmer Castle: Putting the House to Bed
Walmer Castle: Putting the House to Bed
Venue: Walmer Castle and Gardens, Kent
Date: Sun 19 Feb

A chance to see how Walmer Castle is prepared for the winter months. See how the furniture is cleaned and inspected, and seize your opportunity to ask our experts questions about the Heirloom Collection. Light refreshments included.
Penance, Pilgrims & Politics: the extraordinary genesis of the Great Tower in Dover Castle
Penance, Pilgrims & Politics: the extraordinary genesis of the Great Tower in Dover Castle
Venue: Dover Castle, Kent
Date: Tue 21 Feb

Join historian Paul Pattison on an exploration of the Great Tower and discover the unexpected reason for its construction by Henry II in the 1180s, and hear a behind-the-scenes account of its recent restoration. Light refreshments included.
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