Discover Paradise ...Discover Hestercombe
Hestercombe is a unique collection of three gardens spanning three centuries of garden history and design. All have undergone acclaimed restoration works and today provide important examples of gardens in contrasting styles that continue to grow and develop.
Hestercombe offers a great destination for an exciting short stop or a wonderful leisurely day out.
Walk the gardens, visit the Courtyard to enjoy delicious refreshments - or browse in our beautiful Gift Shop which is filled with interesting and unusual gifts, books and a well stocked plant centre. Our new menus are perfect for leisure visits, businesses lunches, corporate entertainment and special occasions. Open daily, offering an eclectic mix of English dishes, well cooked and beautifully presented in a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere.
The Gardens CLICK HERE for more details
Events CLICK HERE for more details

Weddings CLICK HERE for more details


Parties CLICK HERE for more details


Business CLICK HERE for more details


Destination Courtyard CLICK HERE for more details


Groups & Tours CLICK HERE for more details


Did you know?
Hestercombe is one of the newest and most exciting venues for weddings, conferences and parties; business meetings, exhibitions, celebrations of all kinds - let us take care of you.
Also, there are exciting year round events - talks, themed lunches, food and craft fairs, workshops, live music and seasonal delights with lots to do for the whole family.
With so much on offer, we are sure that you will find Hestercombe a welcome oasis of tranquillity, a great day out for friends and families, a regular destination for events and the perfect venue for celebrations or business functions.
Address: Cheddon Fitzpaine, Taunton TA2 8LG
Tel: 01823 413923
Opening Times at Hestercombe Gardens
Gardens: open daily all year (except Christmas Day) 10a.m.- 6p.m. (last admissions 5p.m.)
Gift Shop: daily 10a.m. to 5.30p.m. (5p.m. Oct-Mar)
Courtyard Cafe: daily 10a.m. - 5.30p.m. (5p.m. Oct - Mar)
Admission Prices 2009
Did you know Hestercombe is a CHARITY? If you are a UK taxpayer and you make a donation that is 10% more than the admission, the government will give us an extra 28% on top of your donation. This is called a GIFT AID VISIT and it makes a tremendous difference to attractions such as ours. For additional information about Gift Aid please see their website www.giftaidvisitor.co.uk
Adults (including up to two children) £7.95*
Senior Citizens (including up to two children) £7.35 *
Half price / reciprocal adults £4 *
Half price / reciprocal Senior Citizens £3.70 *
Additional children £3, Students £4
Wheelchair users £3.00 (helper is FREE)
FREE entry to the Courtyard Cafe and Shop, Ample FREE parking
* Includes a voluntary donation to assist with continuing development and restoration - please become a Gift Aid visitor today!
Non Donation Admission Fees
Adults (including up to two children) £7.20
Half Price / reciprocal adults £3.60
Half Price/ reciprocal Senior Citizens £3.35
Senior Citizens (including up to two children) £6.65
We are dog friendly at Hestercombe - DOGS WELCOME on a short lead