Ightham Mote in Sevenoaks was built nearly 700 years ago. It is a moated manor house, and highlights include a Great Hall, crypt and the private apartments of the prior owner who gave Ightham Mote to the Trust in 1985. The gardens, with three estate walks, offer unique views and include a renowned bluebell woodland with a water spring that feeds the Ightham Mote. Little ones can explore the natural play area, splash in the stream, play with the chimes, balance on beams and stepping stones and sit on cute piggies.
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Opening Hours
Estate
Dawn to Dusk
late February to October
Garden & Estate
10am to 5pm
House
Check opening days for November & December
Last entry to the house and garden is 4.30pm, closing at 5pm.

Price
National Trust Member: Free
House, Garden & Estate
28th February to 1st November 2026
Gift Aid/No Gift Aid
Adult: £20.90/£19
Child - 5-17 years: £10.50/£9.50
Child - under 5 years: Free
Family - 1 adult + 2 children: £31.40/£28.50
Family - 2 adults +2 children: £53.30/£47.50
21st November 2026 to 3rd January 2027
Gift Aid/No Gift Aid
Adult: £15.40/£14
Child - 5-17 years: £7.70/£7
Child - under 5 years: Free
Family - 1 adult + 2 children: £23.10/£21
Family - 2 adults +2 children: £38.30/£35
Garden & Estate
2nd to  20 Nov 2026
Adult: £9.40/£8.50
Child - 5-17 years: £4.70/£4.25
Child - under 5 years: Free
Family - 1 adult + 2 children: £14.10/£12.75
Family - 2 adults +2 children: £23.40/£21.25
Parking
National Trust Member: Free
Non-Member: £3
Group tickets available.

Good To Know
Introductory talks about the house and garden tours take place daily from March to October, though they are weather- dependent and subject to volunteer availability.

Accessibility
Some motorised mobility chairs are too large to go around the house due to the size/width of rooms and corridors. The Tramper powered mobility scooter is available for visitors to use around the gardens and South Lake; it must be pre-booked. Manual wheelchairs are available for the first floor, and can be booked in advance. The house has uneven floors, steps, and doorways of different widths. Only the ground floor is accessible.
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 the visitor reception, but there is some gravel in areas of the car park. Volunteer-driven shuttle buggy is available to transfer visitors to and from the house. Pushchairs are permitted in all areas of the garden.

Cycling
Bike racks within the walled garden car park.

Dogs
Dogs are welcome on a short lead in all areas except the natural play area, enclosed garden and the house. Dogs are allowed in the cafe for ordering only. Assistance dogs in all areas.

Facilities
Cafe • Picnic Area • Toilets • Disabled Toilet • Induction Loop • Shop & Kiosk

Picture Credit: © The National Trust/Andrew Butler

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