Mote Park Park
Public country park with ornamental lake and play areas
In Maidstone, Kent, Mote Park centers on an ornamental lake, mature trees and formal lawns; locals and visitors walk trails, picnic and use sports fields near the old manor house site.
Mote Park at a Glance#
Address: Mote Park, Mote Avenue, Maidstone, Kent, England
Website: https://www.maidstone.gov.uk/parks-and-countryside/mote-park
Hours: Open daily (daylight hours)
Admission: Free (public park); some events or attractions within may charge
How to Get to Mote Park#
Mote Park lies just east of Maidstone town centre along Mote Avenue. It is reachable on foot from the town, by local buses and by car (parking available). The nearest rail station is Maidstone East, about a 20-25 minute walk.
Tips for Visiting Mote Park#
- Enter through the Mote Avenue entrance to reach the historic mansion quickly.
- Visit on a weekday morning to enjoy quieter gardens and watch local runners on the park loop.
- Check the Maidstone Borough Council events calendar for seasonal concerts and community programs.
Best Time to Visit Mote Park#
Late spring through early autumn for boating and events; weekdays are quieter.
Weather & Climate near Mote Park#
Mote Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (644 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 7° | 1° | 68 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 7° | 1° | 41 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.8h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 3° | 48 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 4° - 13° | 6° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.7h |
| May | Good | 7° - 17° | 12° | 44 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.4h |
| June | Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 52 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.3h |
| July | Excellent | 12° - 22° | 17° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 15.9h |
| August | Excellent | 12° - 22° | 17° | 48 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.4h |
| September | Good | 10° - 19° | 15° | 60 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 63 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.5h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 4° | 68 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 8° | 2° | 66 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |
