Local Reviews
In June 2021, jo said about Hestercombe Gardens
We went to Hestercombe house primarily for lunch. We ate at the restaurant in the courtyard. The staff were super. All Covid secure, very polite and nothing was too much trouble. We had the vegan option with potatoes as a side done in olive oil instead of butter to keep it vegan. Excellent. The chef knows what he is doing !!! So exciting to have so many vegan options on the menu well done Chef !! We both had mochas made with soya and they were great.
Toilets are very clean.
We are visiting again and will walk around the grounds as well. 10/10 and even better totally dog friendly!!! Faultless.
Toilets are very clean.
We are visiting again and will walk around the grounds as well. 10/10 and even better totally dog friendly!!! Faultless.
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In June 2021, Phil Griggs said about Hestercombe Gardens
We are members , and visit regularly. Always something new. The has always been good, but just gets better and better. very efficient and attentive waiting staff
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In July 2021, Andrew C said about Hestercombe Gardens
Lovely place to visit with very helpful staff. Please do not drop your car keys in the lake as they will never be found despite the brave efforts of Dan the man going in and under the water , many thanks to Dan and the head gardener who helped as much as they could.
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In July 2021, MYLES B said about Hestercombe Gardens
A wonderful garden with so many areas to explore. Treat yourself to a meal in the restaurant. The food is amazing!
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In July 2021, Emma C said about Hestercombe Gardens
So peaceful and beautiful walking through the woods around the water. Some pretty buildings to see, but would have been nice to have some more info on them. Cafe did the most amazing cakes. Nice selection of plants for sale, but not cheap. Formal garden underwhelming, but worth going for the woodland walk
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In July 2021, MW_nomad said about Hestercombe Gardens
Walked the whole length of the estate and loked arund the house & beautiful gardens. Also had an afternoon tea which was fantastic! We managed to use the Gardeners World 2for1 which made our visit even more kinder to our pockets too.
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In July 2021, Sling12 said about Hestercombe Gardens
Worth the £12.50 but not a huge amount to look at beyond the original laid out gardens. Nice walk for the dog, fabulous waterfall. Good couple of hours max.
Avoid the afternoon tea at the stables. Asked for feedback but didnt like the fact that we were honest about the oversweetness of the cakes, one of which so dry gave me a coughing fit. Kept us waiting as a result for the bill but clearly argued with each other over who was going to deliver it. Given the impression they believed we were looking for a discount. No forks given and had to be asked for. Maybe try the cafe instead.
Avoid the afternoon tea at the stables. Asked for feedback but didnt like the fact that we were honest about the oversweetness of the cakes, one of which so dry gave me a coughing fit. Kept us waiting as a result for the bill but clearly argued with each other over who was going to deliver it. Given the impression they believed we were looking for a discount. No forks given and had to be asked for. Maybe try the cafe instead.
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In July 2021, Dawn R said about Hestercombe Gardens
What a beautiful place. Really good for disabled access with a mobility scooter. We liked all the unusual folly buildings and feeding the ducks. Staff were friendly and helpful. Reasonable costs, and half price for disabled people and their carer. Good spacious car park. Lovely gift shop and second hand bookshop. Up some steps of mobility is difficult. Beautiful formal gardens . Lovely irises. Some of this area not so easy to access cos of steps. We had a really lovely lunch, even treated ourselves to a gorgeous pudding. It was beautifully presented.
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In July 2021, G Man said about Hestercombe Gardens
What beautiful gardens & we were very lucky with the weather. Seemed busy but very well managed flow of people. Felt very safe.
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In July 2021, P D said about Hestercombe Gardens
Attended a wedding here. Obviously we had a great time celebrating our friends wedding. Great location, friendly service but not the most polished.
Didn't detract from the day & would recommend to others.
Didn't detract from the day & would recommend to others.
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