Ightham Mote

As autumn unfurls in all its glory, it’s time to light the fire and watch the changing light. The mellow tones of woodwork patina built up over the centuries, add a richness to the house.

As the season of mists and mellow fruitfulness develops, so do the fruits and berries in the garden. With the mellowing glow of sunlight enhancing the vibrancy of the floral displays.

With the trees changing from green to gold, orange and red, autumn is a time of plenty. For some wildlife, it’s the time to seek sunnier climes, whilst for others, it’s time to gather the harvest.

As the leaves turn from green to gold, enjoy an autumn amble through the Kent countryside, and crunching through the leaves.

Bring the whole family to discover the treasures in the house; go on a garden adventure; run wild in our natural play area or be nature detectives on the estate. With each visit, you help unlock a piece of history.

Pop into our licensed café for a refreshing drink, a light lunch or simply to indulge in freshly baked scones and cakes. Plus, every purchase helps look after Ightham Mote for future generations.

Our newly refurbished shop sells seasonal gifts, lovely treats and outdoor essentials. Whatever you buy, you can feel good knowing you're helping to fund vital conservation work here at Ightham Mote.

Whether you're a tour operator, or a local community association, your group has options of a self-led visit or an exclusive guided tour.

Learning doesn't have to be confined to the classroom, so why not inspire your pupils with a visit to Ightham Mote house, garden and estate.

With 700 years of history to protect, our conservation team work hard to care for the house and collections. This work is usually carried out behind the scenes, to ensure you enjoy your visit.

Our team of garden staff and volunteers work hard to look after the gardens so you can relax. Much of the work goes unnoticed, so we thought we'd provide a sneaky peek at what they get up to.

Keep active, learn new skills and make new friends, as well as helping bring Ightham Mote to life - just some of the reasons to start volunteering.

Are you interested in helping, but feel you can't volunteer? Why not join a local supporter group to enjoy special interest talks, outings and fundraising activities.