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Pastime Historical Dance

Learn more about the history of 15th and 16th Century dance and court life. You can even have a go at these dances yourself!

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join Pastime Historical Dance as they bring Ightham Mote's history to life with a mix of medieval, Tudor and Stuart court dances.

Performances at 12pm, 1.30pm and 3pm. Performances last 20 minutes.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Children welcome

Meeting point

Performances will take place in the Carriage Circle. Welcome staff will direct you.

What to bring and wear

Please be aware, this event takes place outdoors so please dress suitably for all weather

Accessibility

Designated parking spaces for disabled visitors in the main car park. Manual wheelchairs are available to borrow. Gardens have a mixture of gravel and grass paths, some steep slopes, undulating terrain and steps. Assistance dogs are welcome in all areas of the site. Estate walks have undulated terrain - please wear suitable footwear.

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