Kilver Court Gardens
Kilver Court Gardens
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Created by Mulberry founder and English designer Roger Saul, Kilver Court Designer Village is a unique designer retail outlet destination featuring an eclectic, fresh and constantly updated edit of the best in fashion, interiors and lifestyle. Situated within regenerated textile mill buildings, the super stylish designer village comprises of stand-alone outlets, a designer Emporium and Arcade offering over 30 designer fashion, home and lifestyle brands, The Great House offering a treasure trove of decorative items, home accessories and gifts and The Sharpham Park Shop for interesting and artisanal food and drink products.
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Pauline W
Frome, UK1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Couples
Don’t bother with the cafe! Service so slow! Had run out of things but not busy and not the best of food when it did eventually arrive! Shan’t visit again.
Written 24 November 2023
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Bob H
Charmouth, UK72 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
The gardens have an unbelievably good setting, with lakes and a viaduct. The gardens were still full of interest and colour despite being well into autumn.
Garden staff were friendly, knowledgeable and enthusiastic.
Garden staff were friendly, knowledgeable and enthusiastic.
Written 13 October 2023
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JET181976
Uttoxeter, United Kingdom38 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
What a gorgeous spot in the centre of Shepton Mallett. We took a good look around the beautifully kept gardens and enjoyed taking lots of photos with our teenage girls. Can’t say they loved it (what teenagers would) but we came away with some fab photos. Would highly recommend buying a bottle of the showerings triple vintage cider…..would have bought a case if we could fit it in the car but sadly not! Holiday packing!
Written 17 August 2023
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The_Mystery_Guest
Uxbridge350 contributions
Jun 2023
This inspirational 3½-acre garden is well planted with interesting specimens, both informal and formal.
An almost level path, rising to the north-east of the garden, is punctuated with seating allowing the visitor to relax and take in the various views.
My mother was almost able to go all the way round the garden on her mobility scooter, but unfortunately was unable to complete a full circuit as at least one ramp needs adding over the steps about the formal rose garden.
The Charlton Viaduct, which dominates Kilver Court garden, creates a dramatic backdrop to all the flora.
I didn't see the duck family during this visit - usually with their latest brood - possibly because the pond they normally occupy is in bad need of attention; the islands were all overgrown and the algae has taken over.
However, following a change of owner-ship of Kilver Court and a period of neglect, it would appear that attention has returned to the garden as throughout our visit someone - who was clearly in charge - was instructing a tradesman with regard to various garden tasks.
Did see an egret, but due to 'finger trouble', completely failed to get a decent photograph.
For anyone interested in horticulture, Kilver Court Garden is well worth a visit.
An almost level path, rising to the north-east of the garden, is punctuated with seating allowing the visitor to relax and take in the various views.
My mother was almost able to go all the way round the garden on her mobility scooter, but unfortunately was unable to complete a full circuit as at least one ramp needs adding over the steps about the formal rose garden.
The Charlton Viaduct, which dominates Kilver Court garden, creates a dramatic backdrop to all the flora.
I didn't see the duck family during this visit - usually with their latest brood - possibly because the pond they normally occupy is in bad need of attention; the islands were all overgrown and the algae has taken over.
However, following a change of owner-ship of Kilver Court and a period of neglect, it would appear that attention has returned to the garden as throughout our visit someone - who was clearly in charge - was instructing a tradesman with regard to various garden tasks.
Did see an egret, but due to 'finger trouble', completely failed to get a decent photograph.
For anyone interested in horticulture, Kilver Court Garden is well worth a visit.
Written 16 July 2023
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pbhPlymouth
plymouth1,061 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
Beautiful tranquil gardens , not very big but very well planted with interesting specimens, both informal and formal. A level path and plenty of seating to relax and take in the different views,
Written 7 July 2023
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lawrencecc
Maidstone, United Kingdom81 contributions
Jun 2023
An amazing find in Shepton Mallet. Tucked away behind a plain factory is a fantastic secret garden. Set against the imposing structure of a stone viaduct with a beautiful pond/lake in front is an amazing garden of all different shapes and views. The planting is both impressive and interesting and anything that you don’t know is easily answered by the gardeners, two of whose have been involved with the garden for 40 odd years.
An amazing find and definitely worth the visit.
An amazing find and definitely worth the visit.
Written 28 June 2023
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barry a
Derby, UK97 contributions
Jun 2023
fabulous little gardens in a super setting yes you will probably say wow...lovely felaxing....do not miss these reasonably priced gardens they are superb.
Written 9 June 2023
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Helen P
Wolverhampton22 contributions
May 2023
Although quite small, these gardens are well worth a visit. They are very well maintained and stunning. The backdrop of the viaduct is an added bonus.
Written 20 May 2023
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Elizabeth A
Royal Tunbridge Wells, UK50 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
A beautiful,surprising garden in the centre of Shepton Mallet. Built by the Quakers for the factory workers in the lace factory. A lovely lake and trickling water against a backdrop of the viaduct.
Written 26 March 2023
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KatyandPeter
Atherstone, UK468 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
Greeted warmly although entrance is more difficult to find, probably out of season. We were the only ones there so had the garden to ourselves. It’s very pretty but very small. So you can be around 30, so not an all day thing.
Written 17 November 2022
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Entrance fee
Kilver Court
Shepton Mallet, UK
Hi
Entry to our gardens if £7.50 or £5.50 for concessions and Garden Groups. Chlidren under 14 are free.
BW Nickie
Bev D
Eastbourne, UK1 contribution
Is it accessible by wheelchair and can you take dogs
Kilver Court
Shepton Mallet, UK
Hello! Most of the garden is accessible by wheelchair but there is one small rockery section that is not. Unfortunately dogs are not allowed in the gardens.
AnnieC3455
Sherborne, UK62 contributions
Can we picnic in the gardens?
Mark G
Weston super Mare, UK58 contributions
I didn’t see any picnic facilities there. Best to ring and ask them really
Grandma48273
Swindon, UK103 contributions
What was the building previously used for?
Sheepieju
Somerset, UK127 contributions
Agree with previous answer - last owners were Showerings who owned the Babycham/CherryB brand..
How much does it cost to visit the gardens?
Kilver Court
Shepton Mallet, UK
Hello there,
The Gardens are £5 for adults, £4.50 for OAP's and £2.50 for children 6 - 16.
Thanks
buttonsCardiff
cardiff11 contributions
Are dogs allowed ?
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Kilver Court
Shepton Mallet, UK
Hello there,
Unfortunately, we do not allow dogs (except guide dogs) into our gardens or our stores, however they are welcome around the rest of the site.
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kimedge22
Oldham, UK
My mum is in a wheelchair. Is it disabled friendly as I am sure she would to visit before we get on the steam train ride.
Kilver Court
Shepton Mallet, UK
Hello there,
Due to the historic nature of our site, we do have limited wheelchair access. Access to the shops is largely wheelchair friendly and about half of the gardens can be accessed via wheelchair, however there are some uneven paths which can also be slippery when wet.
Many thanks
Hello, visiting Bristol without a car - how can I get there using public transport?
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