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Court Lodge

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
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About Court Lodge

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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Well behaved dogs on leads allowed. We may have a stall for homemade/grown plants and veg surplus on the day. 20% of all money raised will go to St Mary’s Church.

Court Lodge features

  • Cashless
  • Coaches Allowed
  • Cottage Garden
  • Groups Welcome
  • Historical Garden
  • Newly Opened This Year
  • Refreshments
  • Roses
  • Vegetable Area
  • Wildlife Garden

Location details

Court Lodge,
Dartford,
Kent,
DA4 9BN

Directions to Court Lodge
Court Lodge is 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).

Court Lodge openings

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.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £8.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:30

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from 24 June to 20 September for groups of between 10 and 20.

Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: Free
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • No information available at this time, please get in touch with the owners for details.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Yes, coaches are accepted at  Court Lodge. Please get in touch with the owners for details.

Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

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.