What's On

Scarecrow Trail

DATE

Sat 17 Oct - Sun 1 Nov 

TIME

During site open hours

LOCATION

Walmer Castle and Gardens 

SUITABLE FOR

Everyone

The Scarecrow Trail is back for 2026, and the theme for this year is 'Myths & Legends'.

Explore the gardens to discover a whole host of characters guarding the grounds, created by local schools, clubs, groups, organisations and more!

Make sure to cast your vote before you leave the site to give your favourite a chance of winning a rosette this year.

Check back here for more information about this years' scarecrows, and how to vote online.

How to find us

Property: Walmer Castle and Gardens
Address: Kingsdown Road, Deal, CT14 7LJ
Location: Deal, Kent, South East

Membership starts from £44

Enjoy a whole year of unlimited days out at over 400 historic castles, abbeys, gardens, woodlands, ruins and more. Plus up to six kids go free with every adult member.

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UNLIMITED ACCESS TO OVER 400 HISTORIC PLACES

Live and breathe the story of England at royal castles, historic gardens, forts and defences, world-famous prehistoric sites and many others.

FREE ENTRY FOR UP TO SIX CHILDREN

Free entry for up to six children accompanied by an adult member (under 18 years and within the family group).

FREE HANDBOOK TO PLAN INSPIRING DAYS OUT, WORTH £12.95

Complimentary full colour handbook worth £12.95. Plus our award winning Members’ Magazine delivered three times a year.

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