Local Reviews
In August 2016, redheadmalvern said about Hestercombe Gardens
In August you certainly see a garden at it's prime. Gorgeous planting and lots to explore if you have time. We walked for ages around the spacious grounds. The children enjoyed spotting the various sculptures and follies en route. Thoroughly enjoyable afternoon out.
Super plant sale at the exit too.
Super plant sale at the exit too.
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In August 2016, Lizzie K said about Hestercombe Gardens
It has been a few years since I have been around the gardens at Hestercombe and I have to say they did not disappoint, they are even more beautiful than I remember, such a relaxing and peaceful place to spend a day, it was good to see so many different generations enjoying the beauty of these unique gardens, and what a bonus to be able to still walk your dog around the gardens. There are two excellent areas to eat offering a wonderful choice of food. Loved it will return soon.
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In August 2016, loulou089 said about Hestercombe Gardens
For a year we became members which is well worth it. Lovely gardens for everyone. Oldies, children and even disabled people , we saw someone on a buggy. Lovely coffee shop and restaurant..
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In August 2016, BOBOK777 said about Hestercombe Gardens
Friends,who make an effort to travel over twenty miles to visit regularly,are season ticket holders and we sometimes visit when staying with them.
The gardens are delightful,from the walks up the hill in the woods,to the more formal gardens near the house. The formal gardens planting is spectacular and extremely well maintained.
We missed seeing the resident kingfisher on the lake this time and assume he was on his holidays!
The cafe is better than most similar venues (good quality at reasonable prices). The shop could do with a little less cheap 'rubbish'.
Well worth a visit!
The gardens are delightful,from the walks up the hill in the woods,to the more formal gardens near the house. The formal gardens planting is spectacular and extremely well maintained.
We missed seeing the resident kingfisher on the lake this time and assume he was on his holidays!
The cafe is better than most similar venues (good quality at reasonable prices). The shop could do with a little less cheap 'rubbish'.
Well worth a visit!
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In August 2016, RLB187 said about Hestercombe Gardens
We last visited Hestercombe about 20 years ago when it was the HQ of Somerset Fire Service and the restoration of the gardens was underway. Today it is simply stunning. Work around the lakes is still ongoing. The rest of the garden has been restored to a very high standard. It is now possible to access the house, which houses a lovely restaurant. The house is unfurnished but in some way it allows the architecture to be enjoyed more. We could not sample the menu as the restaurant is not open every day. However the shop and cafe do not let the garden down. It is well worth travelling some distance to visit Hestercombe. I cannot imagine anyone being disappointed.
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In August 2016, davidspears24 said about Hestercombe Gardens
A Gertrude Jeckel garden in front of the mansion, previously the home of the Portman Family. There is a shop, plant nursery and a snack area at the back of the house and a Restaurant and art gallery inside the main house.
The walk in the grounds behind the house includes waterfall, lakes, streams and follies, and is well worth the trp.
The walk in the grounds behind the house includes waterfall, lakes, streams and follies, and is well worth the trp.
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In August 2016, Peteknight37 said about Hestercombe Gardens
The gardens range from relaxed to the formal. Great place to walk the dog, or to allow the children to run off energy. They are great for all including disabled. The cafe is really good value and relaxed. The shop is also interesting for all. Evan the car park is free.
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In August 2016, thebobkins said about Hestercombe Gardens
Lovely place to visit each season or more often, especially worth buying an annual membership. Grandchildren love running around, walking in stream and feeding the ducks. Wonderful views for Nannie to enjoy, win win!
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In August 2016, Beverley P said about Hestercombe Gardens
Superb day out, garden well laid out and plenty of planting schemes, pagola very colourful. We particularly enjoyed the circular walk around the lake easy walking and not too steep. The tea room very welcoming with very pleasant staff,a visit to the shop, very well stocked.
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In August 2016, Tony W said about Hestercombe Gardens
What a wonderful garden/estate to walk around! The grounds are great with a nature trail for kids to enjoy. They have lakes, streams, waterfalls and some lovely architectural buildings. We were lucky the weather was great and this made the walk and the surrounding even better. The walking routes are a little strenuous in places and can be fairly steep, but they cater for the less enthusiastic walkers with an easy route on flatter pathways. The formal gardens up around the house are beautiful. Full of symmetry and lazy water features. We had lunch in the cafe and I must say the food was excellent. Not the cheapest, but a good varied menu of home cooked food which went down a treat. They also have the obligatory shop where you can buy a whole host of gifts. We did not venture into the house unfortunately, but it looked fantastic.
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