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Ightham Mote

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

Ightham Mote features

  • 1927 Garden
  • Coaches Allowed
  • Cottage Garden
  • Historical Garden
  • National Trust Garden
  • Picnics
  • Plants for sale
  • Refreshments
  • Wheelchair access
  • Wildlife Garden

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

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 Light refreshments. Hot & cold drinks, small selection of cakes & biscuits and ice cream. Visitors are welcome to picnic beyond the north lake.
Admission Adult: £9.00
Child: Free
Opening times 18:00-20:30

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.