Local Reviews
In October 2016, Ian S said about Hestercombe Gardens
Had a great day in these amazing gardens. Fantastic views of the surrounding countryside. Cafe good great cakes and food.
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In October 2016, Yatesmabo said about Hestercombe Gardens
A stunning set of gardens and trees in a beautiful setting. Several lovely walks to explore various follies and ponds. Worth a visit but a tad pricey
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In October 2016, David P said about Hestercombe Gardens
This is a lovely place to wander around, and I highly recommend this activity. If you live nearby, or are visiting nearby, drive out there and take a look. You can walk around the house, and/or formal gardens, and/or the lakeside footpaths. Much of the experience is (in my opinion) accessible to those who are disabled. However, I do not recommend the cafe/restaurant, since the crockery and cutlery have never been clean enough for my liking. Maybe I am too fussy. Maybe not.
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In October 2016, Diane Heesom studia2016 said about Hestercombe Gardens
Early review complains that it's expensive at £9.50, today's visit it was £11.00 per person, Very over priced, house not worth visiting and garden takes maybe 1.30 mins. Restaurant also very expensive. Surely at least winter should be cheaper. Very few people there, not surprised at that price.
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In October 2016, Nicola B said about Hestercombe Gardens
Hestercombe Gardens are an oasis of tranquility and well worth a visit. Living locally I have become a member and am always pleased to take visitors there as I know they will thoroughly enjoy the experience. Dogs are welcome too and I took friends who were staying with us and their dog and they commented how lucky I was to live so close to such beautiful gardens. We had a great walk followed by delicious cake and coffee in the Hestercombe cafe where dog bowls were provided for our thirsty dogs. Also there's a lovely shop selling gifts and plants etc. During the summer they had special activity days for children which looked very well supported.
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In October 2016, Lynda B said about Hestercombe Gardens
Very lovely gardens with several separate areas. We enjoyed looking at the water mill. Very good shop with plants and interesting gifts. Disappointing cafe. The coffee should be avoided.
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In October 2016, Footprints383 said about Hestercombe Gardens
We were there 2 hours, looked at it all. Not as pretty as i thought it may be. Well kept. Wouldn't have thought it really worth the £11 each to get in though.
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In October 2016, CarrieS122 said about Hestercombe Gardens
I've had several memberships to Hestercombe, but always take a packed lunch. I visited with my partner and our children this weekend, who are all 6 and under. We each had one drink and one modest meal (3 children's meals and 2 baguettes - except they actually gave us sandwiches), and it came in at £40!! We will definitely never make the mistake of forgetting the packed lunch again! Lovely day out otherwise.
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In October 2016, jim17255 said about Hestercombe Gardens
A most relaxing and beautiful place to spend a couple of hours and enjoy a decent walk. It's well worth becoming a member as you only need to visit 2/3 times to make it financially sensible. The tea room is very good however the house, which hasn't been open long, is a little disappointing
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In October 2016, Renate P said about Hestercombe Gardens
We went along, confidently producing our National Trust membership cards... Anyway, £22 later (no reduction for old folk) we were in. We missed the introduction to the history of the place and could only piece it together from some videos and, later, a printed sheet. We had a very pleasant walk around the gardens (unfortunately the lovely waterfall had dried up through lack of rain). We eventually found ourselves in the house and in the temporary art exhibition where I gained more insight into the place through the explanations of the lady in attendance here. I am sure it will all improve over the years as Hestercombe has only been in possession of the Hestercombe Trust since 2013.
The formal gardens (as seen on 'Gardeners' World') were impressive, although the house looks pretty austere from that side.
The formal gardens (as seen on 'Gardeners' World') were impressive, although the house looks pretty austere from that side.
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