Ightham Mote

Ightham Mote (/ˈtəm ˈmt/), at Ightham, is a medieval moated manor house in Kent, England. The architectural writer John Newman describes it as "the most complete small medieval manor house in the county".

Ightham Mote
TypeHouse
LocationIghtham, Kent
Coordinates51.2585°N 0.2698°E / 51.2585; 0.2698
BuiltMedieval
Architectural style(s)Vernacular
Governing bodyNational Trust
Listed Building – Grade I
Official nameIghtham Mote
Designated1 August 1952
Reference no.1362410
Location of Ightham Mote in Kent

Ightham Mote and its gardens are owned by the National Trust and are open to the public. The house is a Grade I listed building, and parts of it are a Scheduled Ancient Monument.

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