DISCOVERKENT
Adventure in Nature with
THE NATIONAL TRUST ’ S EASTER EGG TRAILS
BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY TOGETHER THIS EASTER AND TREAT YOUR LOVED ONES TO THE MAGIC OF AN EASTER EGG TRAIL AS YOU EXPLORE THE SIGNS OF SPRING AND EXPERIENCE NATURE WITH THE NATIONAL TRUST . FROM IDENTIFYING CREEPY CRAWLIES TO NATURE SPOTTING , DISCOVERING NEW BIRD SONGS TO GIANT ART , THE TRAILS HAVE BEEN DESIGNED TO TICKLE THE SENSES AND IMMERSE LITTLE ONES IN THE NATURAL WORLD . AND OF COURSE , EACH NATIONAL TRUST EASTER ADVENTURE IN NATURE TRAIL ENDS WITH A CHOCOLATE EGG , MADE HERE IN THE UK USING COCOA RESPONSIBLY SOURCED FROM RAINFOREST ALLIANCE CERTIFIED FARMS .
© National Trust Images / James Dobson
2 - 18 APRIL
Sissinghurst Castle Garden , Cranbrook
The Easter trail runs through the estate and is crammed with fun sensory activities , from identifying creepy crawlies and listening out for the cuckoos call to sniffing out floral scents . Enjoy the views across Sissinghurst Castle Garden and the Weald of Kent as you weave around the country estate , peering into the veg garden and seeing the orchard blossom . There ’ s also an opportunity to find out about the conservation work which helps protect this worldfamous garden .
Ightham Mote , near Sevenoaks
There ' s fish to spot in the moat and plenty of room to run free and have adventures in at Ightham Mote . The Easter adventures in nature trail has a host of challenges for little explorers from butterfly spotting to story writing , discovering spring colours to weather watching . Don ’ t miss the natural play area too .
Scotney Castle , Lamberhurst
Follow the trail to find the bird ID stations and discover more about how our feathered friends look and sound . In front of the house , make a " pledge for nature " on wooden discs prepared by rangers from branches felled on the Scotney estate , and add your pledge to create a giant oak leaf shape . Stop by the Badger and Pepper play area , tree swings , natural drum kit and playhouse . Those happy to get their hands dirty can make a mud pie , or two , in our mud kitchen . There ' s plenty of buggy friendly paths around the garden , and a wilderness camp to explore in the surrounding woodlands .
Smallhythe Place , near Tenterden
The sensory adventures in nature trail will immerse little ones in the natural world around them . Discover the scents of spring , leap like a lamb , and feel the textures of nature along with more exciting adventures .
4 - 18 April
Chartwell , Westerham
As the flowers flood the grounds with colour , Chartwell is celebrating nature . Say hi to the bumblebees that make it all possible , make friends with the Golden Orfe fish and dragonflies living in Churchill ’ s ponds or see what ’ s growing down in the Walled Garden to create your own recipe to try at home . Head out into the woodlands after for play areas including swings , bomb crater and treehouse .
Emmetts Garden , Sevenoaks
Go on the hunt for footprints of some of the garden ’ s inhabitants , discover the variety of plants that grow here or be inspired by the Bug Hotel with toptips to make one at home too . Head to the wild play area to join nature ’ s band and make your own rhythms , or scavenge for materials to build a nature tower .
9 - 18 April Knole , Sevenoaks
Whether you ’ re hopping like a bunny , spotting a giant butterfly or having fun opening our bird boxes , immerse yourself in nature at Knole and take part in the Easter trail . Find all 10 markers in the parkland to become a nature explorer .
* National Trust car park is for house admission ticket holders only . To use the car park , pre-book admission tickets for every person in your vehicle . Members park free and non-members pay an additional £ 5 parking charge on arrival .
Trails cost £ 3 per trail plus normal admission . Please check pre-booking requirements before visiting .
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