Summer Holiday Shield Trail at Ightham Mote

Explore the garden as you hunt down five famous shields from Ightham Mote's past!

Follow our FREE shield trail around the garden and learn about some of the most famous shields from Ightham Mote’s history.

The basics

Suitability

Children welcome

Meeting point

Please pick up your trail sheet from Visitor Reception.

What to bring and wear

This trail will take place outdoors. Please dress for changeable weather conditions.

Accessibility

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 visitor reception but there is some gravel in areas of the car park. Pushchairs are permitted in all areas of the garden, but please take care. Take care, there are many open water areas around the garden.