Local Reviews
In June 2016, 954lou said about Hestercombe Gardens
Had my wedding photos here in the beautiful gardens in the millenium year before Hestercombe did weddings but would have loved my wedding here! Lovely walks for families and a great place for many events ice skating and Santa. Halloween spooky time, mums tea time for Mother's Day to name but a few!
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In June 2016, ES12 said about Hestercombe Gardens
The hard landscaping by Lutyens makes this formal garden outstanding. We probably caught this garden at just the right time, with all the roses out in full bloom. There are three seasonal plantings in the formal garden, it would be interesting to see the garden at different times of the year. We visited Hestercombe enroute from Devon to Berkshire so our time was limited. We walked some of the Victorian garden but time did not allow us to see it all. We also did have time for the house although we did enjoy a drink in the courtyard cafe. Despite not seeing everything we felt that we had had value for money.
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In June 2016, Louisetracypeace said about Hestercombe Gardens
This is like Manor House with lots of gardens. You must pay to walk around. The kids loved the small stream that runs around the grounds, we enjoyed a nice picnic. Spent about 4 hours here and still more to see.
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In June 2016, pippakeelingsmith said about Hestercombe Gardens
Stunning formal gardens, wonderful views beyond and lovely woodland walks around.
House disappointing - lovely entrance hall and staircase then disappointing there after! Venue for art exhibitions, unfortunately we went to a particularly disappointing one! Better luck next time hopefully - gardens well worth revisiting in another season too. Shop and cafe very pleasant and good plant selection.
House disappointing - lovely entrance hall and staircase then disappointing there after! Venue for art exhibitions, unfortunately we went to a particularly disappointing one! Better luck next time hopefully - gardens well worth revisiting in another season too. Shop and cafe very pleasant and good plant selection.
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In July 2016, SharonCapeCod said about Hestercombe Gardens
The formal gardens at Hestercombe are simply stunning. When we were there they were in full bloom with peonies, delphiniums, and roses in full bloom. The landscape park is also very charming and inviting with a number of follies located throughout the park. We visited 46 gardens on our trip and this one is in the top 5. If you are a gardener or garden lover, this is a must see.
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In July 2016, Alan W said about Hestercombe Gardens
We had a great time at Hestercombe, spent several hours wandering around the gardens and woodland, the views and vistas as you walk round are stunning.
Had lovely cakes and coffee in the cafe.
Would recommend these gardens to anybody
Had lovely cakes and coffee in the cafe.
Would recommend these gardens to anybody
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In July 2016, sheepygold said about Hestercombe Gardens
My wife and I spend the best part of a day here and we made sure we saw everything. The landscape gardens are lovely but if you are limited for time I suspect you will not want to head to the far end of the landscape as it is largely wilderness. The follies are interesting and some of them have georgeous vistas. In other places the trees have overgrown and the vistas are cut off. The highlight is the Lutyens and Jekyll garden at the front of the house which is in full flower at the moment. You can spend an hour in just this small space as the garden structure, planting and the way the design has been incorporated into the landscape is just sublime - you just want to take loads of photos. The Lutyens orangery is wonderful as well. Make sure you see the video in the dynamo house. It is such a shame such a magnificent garden only looks good if you view it from the house - the other way is spoilt by what must be one of the ugliest buildings in all of Somerset. There is not much to see within the house. The cafe at the entrance is good for coffee and cake but the lunches were rather expensive for the portion size and quality.
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In July 2016, Chris S said about Hestercombe Gardens
This is very much landscape gardening with formal terraces rather than lots of 'pretty' flowers, and a delight. It's not the cheapest - either entry or cafe - but just glorious. We'll be back, no question - and it's genuinely dog friendly.
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In July 2016, Miskinrog2 said about Hestercombe Gardens
This is a restoration destination. Rescued by determined volunteers it is now managed to sustain and maintain. The house, like many of its type, has little interest internally. It is the style and setting that pleases the eye!
The formal terraces fronting the house are open to wander. Peaceful and tasteful. The rear garden is completely different. Lakes, wandering paths, waterfalls, scattered structures and wonderful trees.
There are better gardens and houses but Hestercombe has an intimacy that is difficult to define.
The formal terraces fronting the house are open to wander. Peaceful and tasteful. The rear garden is completely different. Lakes, wandering paths, waterfalls, scattered structures and wonderful trees.
There are better gardens and houses but Hestercombe has an intimacy that is difficult to define.
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In July 2016, Jackie F said about Hestercombe Gardens
If you love walking around gardens then this is definitely for you. No matter what time of year it always looks beautiful and if you get a chance visit each season as you will notice things you haven't before. Hestercombe also do various shows/displays and craft fairs throughout the year. A definite must.
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