Jackson’s : Plein Air Day : Scotney Castle

Only one place is permitted per person. If you wish to bring a plus one or make a group booking, contact us at [email protected].

Date: Friday 5th September

Location: Scotney Castle - View Map

Host: Lisa Takahashi, LAOTY Semi-finalist & Materials and Studio Specialist at Jackson’s

Schedule

• Arrive at the ticket office by 9:45am
• Paint/draw/print throughout the day
• 3pm meet-up to reflect on the day

What to expect

A casual gathering for artists of all levels to connect and respond to the landscape together, with support and advice on hand from a Jackson's art materials specialist, and a meet-up at the end of the day to look at everyone's artworks. Whether you paint, draw, print, or work with any other medium, everyone is welcome.

How to get there

By car: Signposted from A21 at Lamberhurst.

Parking: All visitors should book their parking in advance via the Scotney website or the National Trust app. You can book up to 9am on the day of your visit, subject to spaces being available. Accessible parking spaces are available. If you experience any difficulties booking online please call 0344 249 1895. Please note, if the car park is full and you have not reserved your parking space you will not be able to enter.

Sat nav: Use the postcode TN3 8JN or TN3 8JD. Once on the A21, follow the brown tourist information signs with the National Trust oak leaf for Scotney Castle. Please note, there is no access via Finchcocks, Goudhurst.

By bus: The 256 Tunbridge Wells to Wadhurst Autocar service runs via Lamberhurst Monday to Friday.

About Scotney Castle

Located in Kent, Scotney Castle combines a romantic moated medieval ruin with a Victorian country mansion. Surrounded by 780 acres of parkland, woodland, and a Picturesque garden, it tells a fairytale story of heritage, horticulture, and dramatic design through the centuries.

Recommended views

Scotney Castle offers dreamlike views: its ruined castle mirrored in the moat, flower-framed paths, and sweeping parkland scenes. From walled gardens to ancient woodland, enjoy atmospheric perspectives full of texture, reflection, and historic charm.

What to bring

If you're new to plein air or returning after a break, we've pulled together a curated list of materials to help you prepare - whether you work in oils, acrylics, watercolour, printmaking, or drawing.

Sharing your work

We’d love to see your artwork from the event! Share your work via our Plein Air Facebook Group or Instagram using the hashtag #jacksonspleinairday.

Wet weather contingency

We’ll be going ahead whatever the weather, but shelter can be found in the cafe if it rains.

Caring for Scotney Castle

This event is being organised to bring artists together and to highlight the beauty found throughout the UK. Please respect the area throughout the event and take all your litter home with you or dispose of it in the bins on site. All dirty water and solvents should be taken home and disposed of responsibly. Nothing is to be staked into the ground (i.e. umbrellas, gazebos etc.), and please respect the out-of-bounds areas.

Please note

Film and photography will be taking place throughout the event to document the day, with a focus on artists at work and their materials. The content may be used for promotional purposes. If you prefer not to be filmed or photographed, please let the photographer know.