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Summer of Play at Ightham Mote
- Published:
- 08 June 2025
Step into a magical Alice in Wonderland themed Summer of Play from 19 July to 31 August. With five themed activity zones, Mad Hatter’s tea parties every weekend, and weekly Alice-themed craft sessions there's plenty of weird and wonderful fun to be had. Explore the natural play area with exciting new play additions, including our four cute sit-on pigs, for even more adventure. Summer of Play is supported by Starling Bank.
The Mad Hatter's Tea Party
Every Sunday throughout the Summer, bring a picnic and join the Mad Hatter and some of the characters from Lewis Carroll's much loved book.
Sunday 20 July - Sunday 31 August
12-2pm on the North Lawn
Alice in Wonderland: Curious Craft Thursdays
Thursday 24 and 31 July, 7,14, 21 and 28 August
Step into Wonderland every Thursday this summer for curious crafts, card soldiers, and a little bit of madcap magic.
Thursday 24 July – Curious Creatures
Thursday 31 July – Playing Card Soldiers
Thursday 7 August – Mini-Beast Hunt
Thursday 14 August – Mask Making
Thursday 21 August – Creatures from Alice's Sea of Tears
Thursday 28 August – Caterpillar Craft
We ask for a suggested donation of £2 per craft.
Pastimes Historical Dance
Sunday 27 July
Performances (20 minutes) at 12pm, 1.30pm and 3pm.
Join Pastimes Historical Dancefor a rousing period costumed performance in the Courtyard of medieval-style songs, including some written by King Henry VIII himself!
Music at The Mote
Saturday 16 August
Experience a summer evening under the stars in the spectacular surroundings of Ightham Mote with music from much-loved favourite band, The Dial.
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Visiting Ightham Mote with the family
With walks, trails, a natural play area and acres of nature there is plenty to keep the family occupied on a visit to Ightham Mote. Read on to find out how to get the best out of your visit.
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The house at Ightham Mote
Enter this medieval half-timbered house across a cobbled courtyard and into the hushed interior. Discover dark wood panelling, huge fireplaces and a mix of furnishings inside.