Hestercombe Gardens

URGENT NOTICE Due to weather conditions, the gardens and house will be closed on Sunday 23rd February. The Stables Restaurant, Plant Centre, and Gift Shop will remain open as usual. Thank you for your understanding.

Secret Fairy Door Trail at Hestercombe Gardens🚪🧚‍♂️ This February half term (15th to 23rd February, 2025), get outdoors, enjoy nature and have fun taking part in Hestercombe's Secret Fairy Door Trail. Click here to find out more- loom.ly/8BZ9N8U

Our Secret Fairy Door Trail starts tomorrow and from 15th-23rd February, children go FREE!✨ With a busy half-term ahead, we ask you to help keep the magic alive by showing kindness and patience to our staff. 💜 hestercombe.com/whats-on/secre…

As Chinese-inspired English landscape gardens became the height of fashion in the 18th century, landowner and garden designer Coplestone Bampfylde created a wild, winding walk through the grounds of his Hestercombe Estate. Join CGTN Europe Russell Beard on a journey to discover how these grounds embrace the principles of Chinese garden design. #tracesofchina

MONDAY 27TH JANUARY Due to weather conditions, the house and gardens will be closed on Monday 27th January. The Stables Restaurant, Plant Centre, and Gift Shop will remain open as usual. Thank you for your understanding.

Valentine’s Day Dinner at Hestercombe... Indulge in a carefully curated 6-course tasting menu, perfectly designed to create an unforgettable dining experience for you and someone special. hestercombe.com/whats-on/valen…

There’s just one week left to take advantage of our Pay What You Can offer this January! We suggest a donation of £8 for adults and £4 for children (including Gift Aid), but any amount you give will make a real difference. hestercombe.com/whats-on/paywh…

We’re so excited to welcome you to our Secret Fairy Door Trail this February half-term (15th–23rd February, 2025)! Best of all, children go FREE, making this the perfect opportunity to create unforgettable memories without the extra cost! ✨ hestercombe.com/whats-on/secre…

@DeborahDuffin We completely understand that some people might not like dogs, however we do have around 50 acres of grounds to explore, which should hopefully be room for all to enjoy!🙂

@HestercombeGdns The trouble is if you have a family member who is phobic about dogs, or you don't like dogs, or you'd just rather get away from them - it sounds like a nightmare.

January is National Dog Walking Month! 🐾 With 50 acres of beautiful gardens, a dog-friendly shop, restaurant, and the Ground Floor of Hestercombe House, there’s plenty for you and your four-legged friend to discover year-round at Hestercombe.

There’s some exciting things happening in 2025… Stay in the loop by signing up for our newsletter! Be the first to hear about exciting events and exclusive updates. Simply scroll to the bottom of our 'What’s On' page and pop in your email. hestercombe.com/whats-on

From London’s streets to the historic Hestercombe Estate and a hidden countryside garden, our special series Traces of China explores how Chinese garden design has shaped British landscapes. #tracesofchina

It’s Blue Monday… To beat the January blues, we've been out spotting other colours around the gardens. From frosty whites to vibrant greens and fiery reds, the gardens are alive with winter hues to brighten your day. How many colours can you spot?

It’s snowdrop season at Hestercombe… In Rook Wood, a delicate carpet of snowdrops heralds the promise of spring. These blooms, small yet resilient, add a subtle touch of vitality to the woodland landscape.

Some winter words from our wonderful garden team… Our Plant of the Week board is updated regularly to showcase the season's most interesting colours, textures, and blooms. Why not use it on your next visit and see what you can find? hestercombe.com/your-visit

3 for £2 on all books! Join us for our Book Sale, taking place daily from 11am to 4pm inside the Ground Floor of Hestercombe House. Plus, until 31st January, you can explore our beautiful gardens as part of Pay What You Can in Jan. hestercombe.com/whats-on/book-…

Throwback Thursday… The formidable Mrs. Blakey (left) and Miss Elizabeth Robinson, Mrs. Portman’s lady’s maid, c.1905. Discover more stories like this at our first-ever museum exhibition, ‘The Lighter Side’, open daily from 11am–4pm. hestercombe.com/whats-on/the-l…

Secret Fairy Door Trail… This February half term (15th–23rd February, 2025), step into a magical adventure at Hestercombe with our Secret Fairy Door Trail! Best of all, children go FREE! hestercombe.com/whats-on/secre…

Just 1 month to go until Valentine’s Day! Enjoy a romantic 6-course tasting menu on Friday 14th Feb in our Stables Restaurant. Indulge in a carefully curated selection of dishes, perfectly designed to create an unforgettable dining experience. hestercombe.com/whats-on/valen…

Last chance to book! Treat yourself to a day of indulgence this Friday, 17th Jan, where you'll learn to craft, mould and decorate luxurious chocolates. Plus, enjoy a delicious lunch in our Stables Restaurant. hestercombe.com/whats-on/choco…