Education

Quex Park offers a rich and varied educational landscape, where learning is brought to life through history, nature, craft and hands-on experience. At the Powell-Cotton Museum, visitors can explore world-class collections that inspire curiosity and historical understanding.

Outdoor learning thrives through Manor House Forest School, while The Llewellyn School provides specialist education in a nurturing environment. Learners can also gain practical skills, from horse riding and understanding the care of Woodland View Alpacas, to traditional crafts such as blacksmithing with Bearded Pig Forge and pottery with Pottery in the Yard.

Together, these experiences make Quex Park a unique destination for discovery and lifelong learning.

Quex House

Nestled in the rolling countryside near Birchington-on-Sea in Kent, Quex Park stands as a testament to more than seven centuries of English history, evolving from a medieval estate into a celebrated cultural landmark.

Powell-Cotton Museum

The Powell-Cotton Museum, located within the historic Quex Park estate in Birchington, Kent, is one of the UK’s most distinctive museums, bringing together extraordinary natural history dioramas, world culture collections, local archaeology and heritage tours.

Bearded Pig Forge

Hand-forged tools, knives, and historic metalwork crafted in coal fire at Bearded Pig Forge; where traditional blacksmithing meets functional design inspired by history.

Pottery in the Yard

Pottery in the Yard is a new pottery studio nestled amongst beautiful old trees, created by ceramicist Violet.

Daffodil Paddock Riding Centre

Located in the amazing setting of Quex Park, a country estate in Thanet, Daffodil Paddocks Riding Centre provides coaching and hacking for adults and children.

Woodland View Alpacas

At the heart of Woodland View Alpacas lies a herd of friendly, curious and character-filled alpacas that have become one of Quex Park’s most delightful visitor experiences.

Quex Park Forest School

An outdoor educational forest school provider following a Scandinavian concept of embracing the outdoors, giving children, young people and adults a wonderful and rare opportunity to enjoy nature in our safe, secure and hands-on woodland environment, all year round.

The Llewellyn School

The Llewellyn School supports many pupils with various different needs to reach their full potential and to make their dreams a reality.

Quex Farms

Farming has shaped the landscape of Quex Park for centuries, and today it remains at the heart of the Estate. Quex Farms manages 1,400 acres in-house, with a further 1,200 acres farmed in partnership with neighbouring growers