Walled Garden Tours
Join a garden tour, led by knowledgeable garden volunteers, and find out about the walled garden’s rich history and ongoing care.
- Booking advisable
- Admission applies
Discover how the garden has evolved within the wider estate, learn about soil health and sustainable growing techniques like no-dig gardening and green mulches, and see how it is adapting to climate change through environmentally responsible planting.
You’ll also get a closer look at current seasonal planting, from productive crops to ornamental highlights, and hear about exciting plans for the garden’s future.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 2491895
- Suitability
Children welcome
- Meeting point
Please meet next to the walled garden outside visitor reception.
- What to bring and wear
Please dress for changeable weather conditions as the tour will take place outside.
- Accessibility
The walled garden has no steps and is accessible for wheelchairs and prams. A 'Tramper' rough terrain mobility vehicle can be hired to explore the wider garden. Please phone in advance to pre-book.
- Other
Dogs are not permitted on the tour.
Upcoming events
Ruby Plants a Radish: May half term trail
Explore the house and garden whilst learning about how things grow in our playful half term trail inspired by the much-loved children's book Ruby Plants a Radish.
Volunteer Coffee Morning
Are you interested in volunteering at Ightham Mote? Join us at a volunteer coffee morning to find out more.
Biggin Hill Band – Picnic on the North Lawn
Bring your picnic and join us on the North Lawn for a delightful afternoon of live music with one of Kent's favourite concert bands, the Biggin Hill Band.
Ruby Plants a Radish: radish planting sessions
Get little hands growing this May Half Term with our fun-filled radish planting sessions, perfectly paired with the Ruby Plants a Radish trail.