Ightham Mote
Ightham Mote
Lose yourself in this romantic moated manor house, described by David Starkey as 'one of the most beautiful and interesting of English country houses'.
Built nearly 700 years ago, this house has seen many changes and been owned by Medieval knights, courtiers to Henry VIII and high society Victorians.
Highlights include the picturesque courtyard, Great Hall, crypt, Tudor painted ceiling, Grade I listed dog kennel and the private apartments of Charles Henry Robinson, who gave Ightham Mote to the National Trust in 1985.
The house is surrounded by peaceful gardens with an orchard, water features, lakes and woodland walks.
Venture onto the Ightham Mote estate on one of the three estate walks, which offer unique views across the Kent countryside and stunning displays of flora and fauna. There is the renowned ancient bluebell woodland in spring at Scathes Wood, wildflowers in the summer, autumn colours and the crisp days of winter to come back and enjoy. Discover the hoppers' huts and the source of the water spring that feeds the moat at Ightham Mote.
School Visits
Habitats
Ightham Mote has many different habitats, which makes this an ideal outing for pupils studying Habitats.
Join our Ranger who will provide opportunities for pupils to discover more about the habitats at Scathes Wood, identifying the different ones in the woodland. Pond dipping also available as an activity.
House Detectives
This hands-on study day will allow pupils to investigate what homes were like a long time ago and what it was like to live here in the past. The day includes a guided tour of the house and the remaining sessions can be tailored to meet the needs of your class, such as medieval, Tudor and Victorian themes.
Rivers
This self-led fieldwork day gives pupils the opportunity to discover the start and course of the water source at Ightham Mote.
Activities include sketching the tributary and test its depth, width and flow, and use local maps.
Toys from the Past
Learn about toys from the past, what they were made from and how they differ from toys today, before making a traditional toy.
Many other workshop topics available. Please enquire for details.
