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Ightham Mote

Kent

Outstanding 14th-century moated manor house, gardens and estate

Mote Road, Ivy Hatch, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 0NT

View of the South East Quarter of Ightham Mote Mansion

Important notice

Please note that the house, gardens, café, shop and estate are open as normal. Booking is not required.

Planning your visit

We're Going on a Ghost Hunt ™ this Halloween at Ightham Mote 

Join the bunnies for an activity-packed spooky trail around Ightham Mote from 11 October to 2 November. Pick your bunny name, play Halloween hoopla, race your broomstick and watch out for the warty toads as you cross the stepping stones, before joining the celebration party and collecting your prize/sticker.

Bunnies going on a ghost hunt.  Illustration from We're Going on a Ghost Hunt. Text by Martha Mumford. Illustrations by Cherie Zamazing, based on the original characters created by Laura Hughes, copyright © Bloomsbury Publishing 2023

Ightham at War exhibition: until 25 September 

Learn the fascinating stories of two prisoners of war connected by Ightham Mote in this exhibition curated to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe. Told through personal photographs, letters, and wartime memories the exhibition brings to life the stories of those who lived, fought and found refuge at Ightham Mote during World War II.

Headshots of Sir James Colyer-Fergusson and Otto Ortner in army uniform

Visiting Ightham Mote with the family 

With walks, trails, a natural play area and acres of nature there is plenty to keep the family occupied on a visit to Ightham Mote. Read on to find out how to get the best out of your visit.

Woman and young boy look at gunnera plant in Ightham Mote gardens, Kent

Ightham Mote property map 

Download the property map ahead of your visit.

Volunteer opportunities at Ightham Mote 

Find out more about volunteering at Ightham Mote and how you can play your part in looking after 700 years’ worth of history and bringing its stories to life.

Room guide volunteer talking to family in the New Chapel at Ightham Mote, Kent

Visiting Ightham Mote with your dog 

Ightham Mote is a two pawprint rated place. With so much space to explore your four-legged friend won’t be bored on a day out at Ightham Mote. Find out where they can go and what facilities are available on your visit.

Visitors walking in the parkland with their dog at Calke Abbey, Derbyshire

Group and education visits to Ightham Mote 

Find out more about booking your group or school for a visit to Ightham Mote and the information you need to help you plan your trip.

Group of visitors listening to Garden Tour guide outside Ightham Mote Kent
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