Hestercombe Gardens
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Nice pub
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The gardens make for a really pleasant afternoon, very well kept. That afternoon tea is also particularly nice.
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My partner and I were staying at the Mount Somerset Hotel, a short drive away and this visit was inclusive of our stay. The weather was not particularly good, overcast with a constant threat of rain but this did not detract from the spacious gardens there are to be discovered. There are water falls, grottos and areas of interest to hold one's attention.
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We decided on a last minute visit to Hestercombe to see The Bluebell Walk with our dog Ozzie.
It was picturesque with whole swathes of the woods covered by the gorgeous bluebells.
The main grounds and gardens were immaculately kept with lovely walks and views of the surrounding countryside.
The staff were friendly and helpful as always and although we did not stop for a drink or a bite to eat I would definitely recommend the food here too.
It was picturesque with whole swathes of the woods covered by the gorgeous bluebells.
The main grounds and gardens were immaculately kept with lovely walks and views of the surrounding countryside.
The staff were friendly and helpful as always and although we did not stop for a drink or a bite to eat I would definitely recommend the food here too.
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Nice walk followed by a lovely sunday lunch, while not the best ive had, its a good size and quality for price.
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Stunning place to walk around. The afternoon tea is a must. A bit 'steap' but worth it. Lovely chilled out atmosphere.
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As always lovely mothers day luncheon and walk around the gardens. Food is always good quality staff friendly and helpful, gardens a delight even though not spring time, would recommend this place
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We joined the Historic House Association and chose this house for a lovely Mothers Day visit. Glorious sunshine and spring flowers. Well planned woodland paths, winding up and down with many interesting features to find on the way. A waterfall, a witches house, a Chinese seat, 2 ponds, Gothic Alcove, Mausoleum, watermill together with the gardens and formal gardens. The house is open as an art gallery which wasn't impressive, modern art can be great but this wasn't. A shame. A lovely cafe come tea place in a courtyard and shop. The big disappointment was they said no food or drink to be taken round and no picnics. Why, when there were picnic benches and other people picnicing. The picnic area was right by the car park before you have even paid to get in. Such a shame that you can't sit and relax with your picnic. It covers a large area and so you don't want to have to go back to the car for food and drink and then retrace your steps. I would recommend this garden as it is so lovely and children would enjoy finding the little places of interest.
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Lovely gardens, pleasant tearoom
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Very picturesque and have good cakes and drinks in there cafe.
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Have visited several times and we are always impressed. So relaxing, peaceful and good walks all around. Apart from the woodland walk, most areas accessible for wheelchairs & scooters, but not all. Still well worth a visit.
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Lovely gardens in a perfect location; perfect for a sunny day with friends and family! Would visit again.
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Great garden, good facilities
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Visited in Easter holidays - kids enjoyed the gardens although only had a very small play area. Great Cafe - good food and coffee.
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Excellent day out. You can take the dog, feed the ducks and fish. Children can run around and explore. Brilliant cafe in doors and out and you can take your dog in. Lovely amazing walks with lovely views. All the staff were friendly and helpful. A brilliant day out.
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These are great gardens set in the hills above Taunton. The house is not open but the gardens are well worth going to. There is a formal gardens and an informal woodland walks.
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Great user experience - and friendly, helpful staff in a location of outstanding beauty.
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Such a special place to watch the seasons change . Gardens beautiful . Courtyard cafe good choice but food a bit pricey ..Gift shop and garden centre worth a view.
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I cannot imagine why being practically on our doorstep why we have not visited before. The gardens are beautiful, lots of hidden surprises including waterfalls. The cafe served lovely food with plenty of choice. My son did the Easter egg trail and played on the remote control boats and had a lovely time. I really cannot recommend this place enough.
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Our first visit here since moving down to Somerset or at all that matter. A lovely day was had, the formal gardens a little bare as I would expect early April but we look forward to regular visits to see the seasonal changes.plenty of bird life about and saw our first swallow of the season, just arrived!
The shop and plant centre very good and the plants a very reasonable price compared to garden centres.
The art exhibition not to our taste though and the rooms were too hot to stay in for long, especially when going in from a cooler outside.
I thought the restaurant looked lovely and hope to try this soon, and I believe a very good Sunday lunch can be had at the cafe.
Oh, and it's dog friendly too!
The shop and plant centre very good and the plants a very reasonable price compared to garden centres.
The art exhibition not to our taste though and the rooms were too hot to stay in for long, especially when going in from a cooler outside.
I thought the restaurant looked lovely and hope to try this soon, and I believe a very good Sunday lunch can be had at the cafe.
Oh, and it's dog friendly too!
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Recently had a lovely day out with friends and our children. We all loved it. Great walk, beautiful gardens and the restaurant finished it off perfectly. Although, the weather wasn't great it was lovely. Have definitely planned to return in the summer as will be lovely to take a picnic and spend the day there. The children loved exploring.
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We have been here once before when we bought a really good value family membership which gives 2 adults and 3 children free entry for a year. This time we came it was Mothering Sunday, we had a lovely roast in the Stable cafe which was not at all crowded, and really good value. The gardens were loved by all and it is a great place to play hide and seek for the young and old kids, the youngest being 6 and the oldest 77!! I'm looking forward to coming back through the seasons. The only disappointment was that the shop did not have more plants. A peaceful oasis on the edge of Taunton.
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A visit here on a fabulous spring sunny day in March was of mixed reactions. The grounds are extensive but perhaps lack the wow factor in terms of planting. The walks are pleasant but in some places fairly steep. The formal gardens probably look better with summer planting ? but are of good interest. The house is somewhat odd with very abstract art works on display and even a strange concert taking place in the hallway. All in all worth a visit.
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There was a lot to see even in early spring as we walked all around the grounds at Hestercombe, and quite a lot of colour too. On a breezy day once we were up into the sheltered valley it was very pleasant, our walk took about two hours. This was our first visit since the house has been open to the public, we went into the restaurant and had soup and a roll which was good. The second hand book shop is also good and I picked up a book at a decent price. By the time we had walked around the formal gardens our visit had lasted over three hours, which I thought made the entry fee good value.
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Had a lovely family day out with picnic and a very long walk through this wonderful place. Great place.
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