Ightham Mote

When you explore the house, you'll see that it's not a show home for one period, but a living blog highlighting the changing fashion and needs of its owners through 700 years of history.

Stroll around the garden as the butterflies and insects flit about. Watch as the apple blossom, rhododendrons, laburnum and wisteria make way for roses, lavender and sweet peas.

As the days gradually get warmer, explore the myriad of colours from the wildflowers on the estate as the bluebells make way for other favourites such as campion and broom.

Stroll through leafy Kent on one of our waymarked estate walks, or take in more of the Kent countryside on one of our longer, circular walks.

Bring the whole family to discover treasures in the house and adventures in the garden or on the estate. With each visit, you help unlock history.

Have something to look forward to this summer and pre-book tickets for our music and theatre events in the house and gardens at Ightham Mote.

Get out and about and try something different. Discover our activities for the body and mind, including bowls, walks and art workshops.

Keep the family entertained during the holidays with trails, Themed Thursdays, and outdoor theatre.

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.