Local Reviews
In April 2019, 3mily3astley said about Hestercombe Gardens
I hosted an Afternoon Tea at Hestercombe House for my sister's hen do. We hired the Dining Room for 16 people and were thrilled with the fantastic service we received from Jess. She was very attentive and friendly, and happy to help with any request. There were two gluten free guests in my party who said that they didn't enjoy the "chalky" GF scones, but the rest of the guests were very happy with their meals. The pictures we took on the steps outside were beatiful, especially in the sunshine, and the Bride had a fantastic time. Would recommend, and would like to visit again to have time to enjoy the gardens.
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In April 2019, David H said about Hestercombe Gardens
I have been meaning to visit Hestercombe for some time and will not wait so long to go back again.
Set in 50 acres, steeped in history, the area ranges from the more formal Lutyens designed and Jekyll planted Edwardian garden to the Georgian landscape with water features and summerhouse.
It is a tranquil spot guaranteed to inspire visitors.
Set in 50 acres, steeped in history, the area ranges from the more formal Lutyens designed and Jekyll planted Edwardian garden to the Georgian landscape with water features and summerhouse.
It is a tranquil spot guaranteed to inspire visitors.
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In May 2019, Mysteryguest1340 said about Hestercombe Gardens
Even though it’s busy service in the tea rooms was swift and efficient, good portions on the cream teas too. Dog friendly, ample parking if a little uneven. Check out the gift shop for those little thing for the man who has everything
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In May 2019, Netty1313 said about Hestercombe Gardens
Lovely gardens- very peaceful with fantastic views
The art exhibition was ‘different’ and probably not to everyone’s taste
Whilst there are some even paths there is also a lot of uneven paths and steps
The house was the Somerset fire service HQ for many years - what a place to have an office! Would never have minded going to work albeit I suspect the gardens were not quite as they are now 😎
The art exhibition was ‘different’ and probably not to everyone’s taste
Whilst there are some even paths there is also a lot of uneven paths and steps
The house was the Somerset fire service HQ for many years - what a place to have an office! Would never have minded going to work albeit I suspect the gardens were not quite as they are now 😎
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In May 2019, dacameron568 said about Hestercombe Gardens
We have been to Hestercombe Gardens many times, sometimes with small grandchildren, sometimes just to find a quiet spot to read. The woodlands and formal gardens are beautiful and a walk around the woods is not too long for children or older people. Our grandchildren enjoyed playing in the streams, feeding the ducks and fish and visiting the various little 'house's around the gardens - but especially the witch's house! From the top of the garden trail there are some stunning views across the Vale of Taunton with the whole town laid out below. The last little 'house' is a great place to take a good book on a sunny day. We can also recommend the shop and restaurant which is not large but serves good food and coffee - a good place to go for lunch on the very outskirts of Taunton.
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In May 2019, ROBERT H said about Hestercombe Gardens
we visited Hestercombe gardens and house having received a gift voucher from our daughter for Easter. we were a little disappointed with the house which contained an art collection which we did not understand. however the gardens were magnificent. my wife walks with the aid of crutches and even though there were many different levels which she reached slowly via the steps she really enjoyed the time. she sat in one particular place and listened to the bird song which she thoroughly enjoyed. I walked around a lot of the gardens but we will return in the not too distant future. We stopped off at the stable café for a drink. the staff everywhere were very helpful and courteus
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In May 2019, 15traveladdict9 said about Hestercombe Gardens
This garden is lovely. It is a very peaceful place with walks through a wooded valley. You stumble upon follies while you are on your journey. Work to renovate the garden is still continuing. The house is empty but you can visit the romms.
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In May 2019, Diana D said about Hestercombe Gardens
We were impressed with the enthusiasm of the lady who welcomed us. We liked the house but also found it a shame it was empty. As another reviewer found we were mystified by the Art Collection The gardens were beautiful and well worth the visit. We also found some parts had a lot of steps and uneven ground. .
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In May 2019, William C said about Hestercombe Gardens
We spent a very enjoyable morning walking along the wooded paths. and gardens of this estate. All though I am slightly disabled I found it quite possible to stroll slowly through the woods omitting the steep climbs and with taking occasional rests I was able to see the cascade waterfall the ponds and the more formal garden areas. As I expect to make another visit to the area later in the year I will certainly pay this delightful place a second visit.
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In May 2019, Deborah B said about Hestercombe Gardens
There is so much to offer, from the formal plantings to the second-hand book shop. We had the Gardeners world offer card, so got 2 for 1 offer, but would have paid the full price, as a 'cheap' day out for £25! There was a discernible difference in the staff, they are chatty, helpful, willing to spend time explaining things. We stopped for tea first, as I had told my husband these were the best scones in the world ( from a visit I did with Lackham college 5 years ago, horticulture course) And they still are..delighted :-) Good service, good food the courtyard was well thought out too. The main house is not really attractive ( obviously only my opinion) we were told that they hadn't had it long, bought it off the council for a £1 and the fire service had used of it for some time, a large undertaking. The second hand book shop was well stocked ( downstairs) and a restaurant there, worth a look! However, the apparent artistic endeavour upstairs was a case of 'style over substance' trying to be clever, but missing the point of having any artistic ability! The grounds are lovely, steps down to the house, the layout of the rill's to the ponds...beautiful. The Pergola was of particular beauty to me, love the columns. The workmanship that went into the building of the gardens is wonderful, just the rill set up is so interesting. The orangery, pump house, lakes ponds, waterfalls, folies/buildings...something for everyone!
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