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Hestercombe Gardens

Cheddon Fitzpaine, Taunton TA2 8LG, England
01823 413923
Ranked #4 of 9 attractions in Taunton
4.0 of 5 stars 27 Reviews
Type: Gardens
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London, United Kingdom
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

I liked everything....beautiful, tranquil setting. Great walks.

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Bristol
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Hestercombe gardens are a lovely day out for a walk and some great food whether for a couple or a family day out. You could spend anything from an hour to 3 or 4 hours here depending on how far you want to walk/if you'd also like to eat. The manicured flower beds look beautiful when in bloom, the bluebell... More

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Pekin, Illinois
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

We visited here in May and I was very interested in seeing a garden designed by Lutyens and Jekyll. The hardscape provided by Lutyens and the plantings by Jekyll are one of England's most beautiful combinations. The rills, fountains, walkways, etc. were very interesting. We had a nice lunch and the gift shop was interesting.

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Taunton, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

With over fifty acres of lakes, temples, cascades, woodland walks, formal terraces, vivid colours and views Hestercombe Gardens is a fab place for a day out. It is very hilly in parts so not for those without some degree of fitness. Kids love it as they can run to their heart's content. Lots of ducks to feed on the ponds.... More

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Nottingham, England
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30 reviews 30 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

Perhaps we were a little early in the year, but there wasn't much in flower. Service in the restaurant/coffee shop was slow and the chocolate cake was dry and crumbly.

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London
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

We visited Hestercombe late in the day and in slightly chilly weather - all adults - we had a pleasant wander round a number of follies and some spectacular views. It looked like they had quite a bit more on offer but we didn't get to see it but I would happily go again.

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Taunton, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

took the familly for the day they had a great time, kids come here with their school so they love coming back thanks for a nice time

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Ebbw Vale, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

What a disappointment these gardens were. While holidaying in Somerset in April this year we decided to visit these gardens and paid £18.00 for two OAPs. It is mainly a woodland walk with a formal area of garden. There was no colour in the few borders and being a keen photographer I was looking forward to some spectacular photo's as... More

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somerset
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

Beautiful gardens and lovely atmosphere. Wedding planner really helpful,unfortunately not there on the day so a few minor hiccups occurred. Food was lovely if a little overpriced. Definately a wonderful place just to visit.

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SouthWest England
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32 reviews 32 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

Simply lovely, very well maintained, good wedding venue

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