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Belmont in the Snow

Belmont in the Snow

Storm Darcy has brought freezing temperatures and significant snowfall to the majority of Kent and has left Belmont looking more beautiful than ever.

The Belmont Library

Libraries is the theme for Feature Fridays with Historic Houses. The library is probably the least altered room at Belmont. The walls are lined with the original three-quarter height bookcases designed by Samuel Wyatt, above…

Wildlife

Wildlife

Helping wildlife over the Winter Most garden wildlife hibernates over winter, as food is in short supply and freezing temperatures make life difficult. There’s plenty we can do to help wildlife survive. A small pile of leaves…

Visiting Guidelines

Visiting Guidelines

The Trustees sole priority is to ensure that Belmont is a safe environment for your enjoyment.  The Gardens are open daily from 10 am with the gates closing at 6 pm, dusk if earlier. The…

Woodfest & Country Fair 2020

Woodfest & Country Fair 2020

Following the ongoing Government guidance, the Trustees have taken the difficult decision to cancel Belmont Woodfest & Country Fair 2020. Over the last few months we have explored all the avenues available to us in…

We’re good to go

We are delighted to announce that Belmont Gardens and tea room has achieved the new industry standard mark launched by VisitEngland. The ‘We’re good to go’ mark has been launched by VisitEngland, along with the other…

New arrivals to Belmont

New arrivals to Belmont

We are delighted to share with you our exciting new arrivals to Belmont! Our stunning grounds are now home to 15 beautiful willow creatures, all made by Trottiscliffe Willow.  Each has been named and they are…

Our Gardens are reopening

Our Gardens are reopening

We are delighted to announce that following the change in recent Government advice we plan to reopen the gardens from Wednesday 10th June 2020. The Trustees sole priority is to ensure that Belmont is a safe…