Local Reviews
In June 2025, terike said about Hestercombe Gardens
One of the most beautiful gardens in England, lovely walks through woods, pretty structural features, and endless flowers.
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In June 2025, Chris Bull said about Hestercombe Gardens
Hestercombe Gardens remain beautiful and extensive, and I’ve enjoyed many visits over the years.
The house once featured excellent art and photography exhibitions, but I didn’t renew my membership this year due to noticeable decline. During my final year, the gift shop relocated, the cafe closed and there were no new exhibitions. The estate looked increasingly neglected—shuttered windows with weeds behind the glass, broken features like the turbine generator and A tunnel AV display, and long-closed upper estate paths.
The much-loved self-service café, once offering quick drinks and snacks, has been replaced by a gift shop. The remaining restaurant is overpriced and inefficient for a simple coffee stop.
I understand funding may be limited as a charitable trust, but the absence of a basic café is a missed opportunity. Hosting exhibitions by local artists, college art departments and photographic clubs could revive interest in the house and enhance the visitor experience.
The house once featured excellent art and photography exhibitions, but I didn’t renew my membership this year due to noticeable decline. During my final year, the gift shop relocated, the cafe closed and there were no new exhibitions. The estate looked increasingly neglected—shuttered windows with weeds behind the glass, broken features like the turbine generator and A tunnel AV display, and long-closed upper estate paths.
The much-loved self-service café, once offering quick drinks and snacks, has been replaced by a gift shop. The remaining restaurant is overpriced and inefficient for a simple coffee stop.
I understand funding may be limited as a charitable trust, but the absence of a basic café is a missed opportunity. Hosting exhibitions by local artists, college art departments and photographic clubs could revive interest in the house and enhance the visitor experience.
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In June 2016, James Meager said about Clearview Windows
Fantastic team. Brilliant service with a quality product.
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In September 2016, Paul Whelan said about Clearview Windows
Fantastic joba d called wben they said they would got on with the job no hanging about. I would definitely recommend them to anyone well done.
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In August 2017, Andrew Flux said about Clearview Windows
Brilliant job. Well done and thank you.
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In October 2017, Val Gardener said about Clearview Windows
Quality workmanship and brilliant after sales care. Wouldn't go anywhere else. Thank you Kirk and your team for brilliant service.
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In July 2019, helen donnelly said about Clearview Windows
Very efficient company with good customer service
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In May 2020, Rachel Philipson said about Clearview Windows
I would like like to say a very massive thankyou to Kirk and his team for fixing the handle on my front door. I had explained to Kirk that my dad is on end of life and carers come into my house 4 times a day. I was worried that the carers would not be able to shut the door. my dad would not be safe. Kirk and his team did not hesitate in helping me. there will never be enough words for me to explain how very grateful I am for your help. You truly are amazing people and I would recommend you to anyone who needs windows and doors. You are definitely the ones for the job. Thankyou again.
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In July 2020, Mark Atyeo said about Clearview Windows
10/10 from us,
Kirk listened to what we wanted, provided the quote the next day, was back with in a few days to confirm measurements and the windows and door were fitted within 10 days of ordering.
fitting team were excellent, professional, clean and tidy.
Recommended to all for a quality job.
Kirk listened to what we wanted, provided the quote the next day, was back with in a few days to confirm measurements and the windows and door were fitted within 10 days of ordering.
fitting team were excellent, professional, clean and tidy.
Recommended to all for a quality job.
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In July 2020, Dave Ashman said about Clearview Windows
Excellent warranty, no quibble rectification of glass fault years later. Thank you and I would recommend and use again. Dave A. 👍
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