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 number
Call 0344 2491895
- 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.
- Meeting point
Please meet next to the walled garden outside visitor reception.
- Suitability for children
Children welcome
- What to bring and wear
Please dress for changeable weather conditions as the tour will take place outside.
- Other
Dogs are not permitted on the tour.
Upcoming events
Heritage Open Day at Ightham Mote
Celebrate Heritage Open Day at Ightham Mote on Thursday 17 September with free admission to the garden and house. Join a free garden or history talk and discover more about the medieval moated manor house.
Music@Malling – performance at Ightham Mote: Mendelssohn + Melvyn Tan and Guy Johnston
Enjoy a performance of music in the drawing room at Ightham Mote as part of the Music@Malling programme of events.
Music@Malling – performance at Ightham Mote: On the Wings of Song
Experience a performance of music in the drawing room at Ightham Mote as part of the Music@Malling programme of events.
Volunteer Coffee Morning
Are you interested in volunteering at Ightham Mote? Join us at a volunteer coffee morning to find out more.