About Ightham Mote - National Trust
Step back in time at this magnificent moated manor house in Kent, where six centuries of captivating tales await your family. Fully accessible with wheelchair hire available, it's perfect for all ages to enjoy.
What's nearby
- Mote Café next door
- National Trust- Ightham Mote Car Park 150m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
- ✓Paid street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Facilities
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Easy parking and entrance. Beautiful place and well attended N Trust volunteers in house which are knowledgeable. Nice flat walks around house and both lakes. Small natural play area. Grass areas to picnic or the cafe is at the entrance along with well stocked shop.
· via Google
What a fabulous day out! Ightham Mote is a truly magical place to visit, steeped in over 700 years of history. Apparently, it’s the most complete medieval moated manor house in England. The grounds offer wonderful walks, a natural play area for children, and a lovely café with delicious, reasonably priced options. The house itself is stunning, both inside and out. One of the highlights has to be the spectacular Tudor symbols painted on the ceiling of the New Chapel in the 16th century. I can’t wait to return and explore more!
· via Google
Always a joy to return to this homely medieval house and always something new to discover. The staff are friendly and most informative about each room. There’s an interesting introductory talk arranged a couple of times a day and it really sets the scene of the history of the houses occupants. A hidden gem well worth a visit
· via Google
Lovely day out. Garden was amazing. Full of sunflowers all different kinds and colours. Moted house was very informative. Well worth a visit.
· via Google
Visitors say this medieval moated manor house offers a fascinating journey through history with beautifully preserved rooms and stunning gardens. They also highlight the knowledgeable and friendly staff, who enhance the experience with engaging talks and insights. Guests mention the well-run cafe with good food options, ample parking, and family-friendly activities like play areas and trails.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Mote Road, Ivy Hatch, Sevenoaks, TN15 0NT Get directions
- Category
- Museums & Galleries
- Guest rating
- 4.7 / 5 (5,108 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Suggested visit
- 2-3 hours
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- Sevenoaks