Make a mini scarecrow at Walmer Castle and Gardens
Walmer Castle and Gardens (English Heritage), Walmer, Deal · 27 October to 29 October 2026
Image: English HeritageA half-term craft session where children build a small spooky scarecrow, either from ready-cut pieces or from scratch with recycled materials and decorations. It runs on two mornings into the early afternoon.
Highlights
- Spooky mini scarecrow to take home
- Pre-cut pieces or make your own design
- Recycled materials and decorations
Good to know
- The castle interior is closed for the season, so visits are to the gardens
- Buy activity tickets in advance from the castle shop or on the day
- Questions: walmercastlewellbeing@english-heritage.org.uk
- There may be a short wait to join at busy times
Getting there
Walmer Castle and Gardens (English Heritage), Kingsdown Road, Deal, Kent, CT14 7LJ
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