Autumn ambles at Emmetts Garden

The woods in autumn at Emmetts Garden, a National Trust property in Kent

Autumn brings with it a fiery display of colours in the woods at Emmetts Garden - from the crispy orange leaves on the floor to the brilliant red of the fungi. Make sure you take a turn around the south garden before you head into the woods - the burnt toffee tree smells delicious in early autumn.

Fly agaric growing at Emmetts Garden, a National Trust property in Kent

Fungi heaven 

The damp woodlands provide ideal conditions for fungi. Look out for the distinctive red and white spotted fly agaric or the smelly stinkhorn, but take care not to touch as many fungi are poisonous.

Summer view over weald of Kent from Emmetts Garden, a National Trust property in Kent
Emmetts Garden   Kent

Weardale walk

This beautiful 5 mile circular walk links Emmetts Garden and Chartwell; passing through the woodland areas of Toys Hill and Hosey Common, as well as the pretty hamlet of French Street.

Visit the Edwardian plantsman's paradise and family home, Emmetts Garden
Spring sun through the trees at Toys Hill, a natural area owned by the National Trust in Kent

Octavia Hill centenary trail west 

Celebrate the life of Octavia Hill, founder of the National Trust, on this commemorative 6 mile trail through the countryside of Kent.

The bat tower at Toys Hill

Octavia Hill centenary trail east 

This 4 mile walk takes you to the picturesque village of Ide Hill, where you'll find a commemorative seat to Octavia Hill, and passes Emmetts Garden on the way back.