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The Grove Singers in the Courtyard

Enjoy an afternoon of beautiful live music as the Grove Singers bring their rich harmonies to the atmospheric courtyard at Ightham Mote.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

This special performance covers centuries of choral and part-song repertoire — from Renaissance madrigals and English part songs to romantic works, 20th-century favourites, and arrangements of much-loved jazz and popular classics.

Programme highlights include:

Madrigals and part songs – All Creatures Now (Bennet), Sweet Suffolk Owl (Vautor), and Stanford’s serene The Blue Bird

Romantic & modern treasures – Monteverdi’s Sfogava con le Stelle, Barber’s Heaven Haven, Elgar’s Prince of Sleep, and Vaughan Williams’ Rest

Choral gems – Haec Dies (Byrd), Taverner’s The Lamb, and Parry’s There Rolls the Deep

Light and lyrical favourites – A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square, Blue Moon, Autumn Leaves, and What a Wonderful World

Set against the historic backdrop of this 14th-century manor, the concert will showcase the choir’s versatility in a unique and intimate setting.

Come and be part of this memorable musical afternoon, where history, architecture, and song come together in perfect harmony.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Meeting point

All performances will take places in the Courtyard.

What to bring and wear

These performances will take place outside. Please dress for changeable weather conditions.

Accessibility

The garden is steep in places with steps and gravel, cobbles and grass pathways - please speak to staff on arrival for the best route for your needs. Disabled parking is available near visitor reception but there is some gravel in areas of the car park. Pushchairs are permitted in all areas of the garden, but please take care. Take care, there are many open water areas around the garden.

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11:00 to 16:00
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