Ightham Mote

Q: Are there plants available for sale?

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Ightham Mote , please enquire with the owners for more details.

Lovely 14 acre garden surrounding a picturesque medieval moated manor house c1320, open for NGS since 1927. Herbaceous borders, lawns, C18 cascade, fountain pools, courtyards and a cutting garden provide formal interest; while the informal lakes, stream, pleasure grounds, stumpery/fernery, dell and orchard complete the sense of charm and tranquillity.

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About Ightham Mote

Ightham Mote is nestled in a hidden valley at the centre of a sequence of water features of medieval origin. The intimate scale, warm homely, family atmosphere, through mist or with the sun glittering on the moat, creates a fairy-tale picture of England past and present, for all to enjoy and to relax in.

The gardens around the 700-year-old moated manor house provide formal lawns, herbaceous borders, shrubs, roses, spring-fed fountain pools, cascades, courtyards and a cutting garden. While a gentle stroll will reveal the informal pleasure grounds, with trees, north & south lakes, stream, stumpery and orchard for peaceful relaxation. Evening opening for NGS.

The landscape surrounding this country house has provided the backdrop, setting, food and raw materials for life at Ightham Mote. A visit to the garden, house and estate reveals how 700 years of history have left their mark, reflecting changes in the status of the owners, garden design, agricultural methods and woodland management.

Website:

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ightham-mote

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Location details

Ightham Mote,
Sevenoaks,
Kent,
TN15 0NT

Directions to Ightham Mote
E from Sevenoaks on A25 follow brown sign R along coach road. W from Borough Green on A25 follow brown sign L along coach rd. N from Tonbridge on A227 follow brown sign L along High Cross rd.

Ightham Mote openings

This garden has now completed its National Garden Scheme openings for this year.

Accessibility

Please check NT Ightham Mote website for access details, access guide available at visitor reception. Assistance dogs only in garden.

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FAQs

Are payment cards accepted at Ightham Mote?

Payment is by cash only. Please get in touch with the owners for more details.

Are coaches allowed at Ightham Mote?

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

Is Ightham Mote a dog friendly garden?

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

Are there plants available for sale?

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Ightham Mote, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Is there wheelchair access at Ightham Mote?

Yes, one or more routes at Ightham Mote are accessible to wheelchair users.

Is this a wildlife garden?

Yes. Ightham Mote 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.

Ightham Mote

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About Ightham Mote

Ightham Mote features

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Ightham Mote openings

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