Teddy Bears Picnic
If you go down to the Mote today...
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Come and enjoy our annual May half term Teddy Bear displays at Ightham Mote.
On Sunday 25 May, bring your teddies, a picnic and a blanket, and enjoy music from across the decades, including some wartime classics, played by the Biggin Hill Band in the beautiful surroundings of Ightham Mote.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
Children welcome
- Meeting point
Teddy Bear displays are inside the main house. The Biggin Hill Band will be performing on the North Lawn.
- What to bring and wear
Please dress suitably for British springtime weather.
- 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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