Beautifully situated on the River Darenth, beyond the old farmyard and C18 dovecote, are gardens evolved over 4 generations. Mature trees and an elegant lawn lead down to the river. Behind old yew hedges lie a secluded white garden, kitchen garden, a renovated rose walk, and bee loving mixed borders. There is a walled Italian Garden and also a wild bank to meander through.
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Court Lodge is a medieval fortified manor house built on lands granted to Bishop Odo of Bayeaux. It is the site of Horton Castle – which was once a stone moated manor house with a drawbridge and a moat fed by the River Darenth. Little remains of the medieval building but you can still see an upper doorway, 2 small square windows and stone quoins on the the external south wall.
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Court Lodge,
Dartford,
Kent,
DA4 9BN
Directions to Court Lodge
In Horton Kirby village off Horton Rd: white gates, next to St Mary’s Church. Please look out for parking and entrance signs. Farningham Rd nearest railway stn (15-20 min walk).
For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.
This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from 5 May to July for groups of between 20 and 30.
Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.
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Yes, cashless payment is accepted.
Yes, coaches are accepted at Court Lodge. Please get in touch with the owners for details.
Yes, dogs are welcome at Court Lodge. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.
Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Court Lodge, please enquire with the owners for more details.
Sorry, Court Lodge does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.
Yes. Court Lodge seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.
