Local Reviews
In August 2018, dreamer2012 said about Hestercombe Gardens
Well worth the journey. Stunning orangery pavilion. Wonderful colour and contrast in the formal gardens despite the hot summer. Recommended for the structure as well as the planting.
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In August 2018, Jan P said about Hestercombe Gardens
Tranquil and baeutiful, spend some hours just wandering at Hestercombe. Took Bongo the trusty cocker spaniel and he loved the waterful, the chickens wandering free ( Bongo was on a lead), the witches house, and formal gardens - all magical. The tearoom is scrumptdiddlyumptios as well ! Wonderful scones. Escape from 2018 to when life was slower and bask in it.
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In August 2018, Bewennie said about Hestercombe Gardens
Hestercombe gardens is a little paradise in Somerset, when you are there you forget you are so close to civilisation. There are so many paths and views. You can take scooter (well the kids can) or walk. One of the highlights are the regular trails at Easter or Christmas. The kids love them and I rather enjoy them too.
There are waterfalls, manicured gardens and fish... although stay clear of the grumpy swan. I would definitely recommend a Santa visit at Christmas although booking well ahead is advised.
The tea room serves either meals or snacks and something for the kids. All tasty and well made. The shop is really lovely too with a great choice of plants to buy.
My only grumble is the annual membership price. There is an introductory price and then it gets higher. I would love to be remain a member but the second renewal price is rather high. I wonder whether it would be worth rewarding members who renew with a consistent price? I know it is about maintaining the gardens but you would probably get more members and more overall funds coming in.
There are waterfalls, manicured gardens and fish... although stay clear of the grumpy swan. I would definitely recommend a Santa visit at Christmas although booking well ahead is advised.
The tea room serves either meals or snacks and something for the kids. All tasty and well made. The shop is really lovely too with a great choice of plants to buy.
My only grumble is the annual membership price. There is an introductory price and then it gets higher. I would love to be remain a member but the second renewal price is rather high. I wonder whether it would be worth rewarding members who renew with a consistent price? I know it is about maintaining the gardens but you would probably get more members and more overall funds coming in.
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In August 2018, Love2liveKk said about Hestercombe Gardens
We went as a family of 3 to terrific Tuesday’s brilliant bug day.
It’s not cheap to enter Hestercombe Garden but you can understand the price when you see how much has to be maintained. Under 5,s are free so we only paid for one adult and one child.
The formal gardens are just beautiful.
The grounds and facilities are clean and tidy.
The staff are helpful and most importantly happy.
The brilliant bug day hosted by the RSPB was great, lots to do and a brilliant bug hunt that the children absolutely loved.
It’s not cheap to enter Hestercombe Garden but you can understand the price when you see how much has to be maintained. Under 5,s are free so we only paid for one adult and one child.
The formal gardens are just beautiful.
The grounds and facilities are clean and tidy.
The staff are helpful and most importantly happy.
The brilliant bug day hosted by the RSPB was great, lots to do and a brilliant bug hunt that the children absolutely loved.
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In August 2018, GordonPembury said about Hestercombe Gardens
Lovely helpful staff but it's a hard push round for disabled visitors on rough paths. It's peaceful and quiet so if you take children and expect them to be entertained every two seconds you will be disappointed. An adult venue perhaps. The house itself is work in progress; this does not have the flim-flam of a Blenheim, nor are the gardens as extensive as Heligan. But for a peaceful stroll you could do far worse
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In August 2018, shrimpo1 said about Hestercombe Gardens
Aside from the obvious, the gardens and grounds, I was really impressed by the small outdoor eatery. Nothing fancy, nothing posh but the food flavor and preparation were not just out of this world, they were inter-stella. A side portion of chips were to die for, and how anyone can tease such a taste from something simple like sardines on toast? The chef has achieved GENIUS status.Oh, nearly forgot the Espresso was also first class.
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In August 2018, Jandave21 said about Hestercombe Gardens
Visited Hestercombe with elderly but very capable mother and two sons (15 and 11). We are frequent visitors and come several times a year. Disappointed with the number of dogs both in the woodland garden and formal garden. Surely they shouldn’t be in the formal garden? Dog poo on some of the paths in the woodland garden. No sign of bins. Dogs also roaming off lead. Not acceptable.
Gardens looked good and many flowers out in bloom. Beautiful views over Vale of Taunton.
Ate in courtyard cafe. Staff seemed unable to cope and were very slow.
Hestercombe please sort the dog situation out.
Gardens looked good and many flowers out in bloom. Beautiful views over Vale of Taunton.
Ate in courtyard cafe. Staff seemed unable to cope and were very slow.
Hestercombe please sort the dog situation out.
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In August 2018, OlliesGranny said about Hestercombe Gardens
Gorgeous parkland gardens. Wonderful views across Taunton Deane. Helpful and friendly staff. Super cafe that accommodates four legged friends and even sells doggy ice cream. Very good plant section which is run by a very knowledgeable lady.
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In August 2018, Manley12 said about Hestercombe Gardens
We had been to hestercombe before many years ago. Lovely gardens which are not absolutely wheelchair friendly but it very definitely is dog friendly. They even had dog icecream!! Had a restaurant with limited snack type menu with good size portions. Parking was easy but you do need a sat nav which may take you to a farm look out for the brown tourist signs when you get closer
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In September 2018, Theenglishcritic said about Hestercombe Gardens
We went here after quite a long time as our grandchildren were taking part in an activity.
It is a nice walk, regrettably with little else. Cafe was particularly disappointing. Wouldn't rush to go again
It is a nice walk, regrettably with little else. Cafe was particularly disappointing. Wouldn't rush to go again
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