Ightham Mote - Kent

Ightham Mote House & Garden

Location: Mote Road, Ivy Hatch, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 0NT

Ightham Mote is one of the oldest medieval manor houses to survive in England. It had a number of owners, who made a series of alterations and additions throughout the centuries.

The origins of the house date from circa 1340–1360 The earliest recorded owner is Sir Thomas Cawne, who fought in France with Edward the Black Prince and who acquired the Mote in the 1360s

Upon his death it was passed to his son Robert the house passed by the marriage of Robert’s daughter

Alice to Nicholas Haute and their descendants, their grandson Richard Haute being Sheriff of Kent in the late 15th century. It was then purchased in 1521 by the courtier Sir Richard Clement (d.1538).[1] In 1591, Sir William Selby bought the estate.

For visiting information, see more on the National Trust website

At the time of writing there are extensive works on the entrance and parking area. Don't just park in the first car park you come to.

Parking fee is £3.50 (11/12/23)

There is a very good café with a large seating area in and out.