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National Garden Scheme Open Day at Ightham Mote

Visit Ightham Mote's gardens and help raise money for the National Garden scheme.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Ightham Mote's gardens will be open to help raise money for the National Garden Scheme.

The National Garden Scheme gives visitors unique access to over 3,500 exceptional private gardens in England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands, and raises impressive amounts of money for nursing and health charities through admissions, teas and cake.

Your entry fee (£19 per adult, £9.50 per child) will help this fantastic cause.

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Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Booking details

Call 01732810378

Suitability

Children welcome

Meeting point

Please enter via Visitor Reception as normal.

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.

Upcoming events

National Lottery Open Week 

During National Lottery Open Week, National Lottery ticket holders can enjoy free entry to Ightham Mote.

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on
10 Mar to 14 Mar 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 4 other dates or times

Mother's Day gift-making sessions 

Treat someone special with a handmade surprise and enjoy a fun-filled craft session.

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on
15 Mar 2026
at 11:00 to 15:00

Easter Adventures: Egg trail at Ightham Mote 

Our Springtime Meadow Mischief trail is inspired by the animals of the meadow as they wake up, stretch out and get a little bit cheeky as spring awakens.

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on
21 Mar to 19 Apr 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 29 other dates or times

Bluebell Photography and Conservation Walk 

Immerse yourself in our breathtaking bluebells with a conservation and photography walk in Scathes Wood on the Ightham Mote estate.

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on
29 Mar 2026
at 11:00 to 12:30