# Hestercombe Gardens, Taunton — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Explore this stunning 50-acre Somerset estate featuring ornamental lakes, historic temples, waterfall features and peaceful woodland trails perfect for family days out and countryside picnics near Taunton. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/taunton/attractions/hestercombe-gardens (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Garden 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Hestercombe Gardens Cheddon Fitzpaine [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12543270442304324971&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Hestercombe House & Gardens](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/115293914257865803521) **In short:** Hestercombe Gardens is a garden in Taunton, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2,350 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Hestercombe Gardens Explore this stunning 50-acre Somerset estate featuring ornamental lakes, historic temples, waterfall features and peaceful woodland trails perfect for family days out and countryside picnics near Taunton. ## What's nearby - The Stables Hospitality next door - Hestercombe 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Facilities Toilets Free Wifi Gift Shop Onsite Parking Accessible Toilets Baby Changing Food Available Wheelchair Friendly Dog Friendly Pushchair Friendly Card Payments Accepted ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Graham Roeves](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114210524823852674130/reviews) ★★★★★ Excellent gardens by Lutyens and Jekyll. The hard landscaping outshines the planting schemes but much to enjoy. Good cafe which handles allergens conscientiously. Coeliac options available. Nice secondhand bookshop by the Cafe courtyard. · via Google [Neo Skinner](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113611451002076141891/reviews) ★★★★★ An old country house set in charming surroundings. The house is mostly empty with displays on it's history and art, so do not expect a full house! However, the gardens are wonderful, with a mixture of three eras of history. Unfortunately with the summer weather some of it looked a bit overgrown and unkempt, but this did add a "secret garden" feel. The cafe and shop offered a wide selection and were staffed with very friendly people. · via Google [Clare Blake](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113955340581573255624/reviews) ★★★★★ What a gem! Not sure why I haven't been before. So much to explore and plenty to keep an active child interested. Informative boards and well signed paths. Could have spent many more hours in the formal gardens, but we had dallied too long in the bluebells! Fantastic staff too! We will be back! · via Google [steve Willliams](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/115738654455002297257/reviews) ★★★★★ If you're into gardens, woods and history this is the place for you. For the more energetic there is a walk through the woods where you'll come across a witch's house, Gothic alcove and a few other curious buildings. Less energetic? Walks for all abilities around the ponds, Octagon summer house and other curiosities. And for all the lovely gardens. We didn't have much time to poke around the house itself, but did manage to see some photographs on the ground floor which reminded me of Downton abbey. Nice cafe. The food looked good, although we had tea, coffee and chocolate cake which was Gluten free. I got the impression they catered for those who have restricted diets. On the whole a good day out. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x486df5d753bf9a0d:0xae12a6029b34c56b!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this historic house and garden features stunning gardens with diverse styles, including formal and informal areas, and offers interesting historical displays within the house. They also highlight the excellent on-site cafe, which serves delicious food and coffee, and mention the friendly and helpful staff. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Hestercombe, Taunton, TA2 8LG [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.0531100%2C-3.0857660) **Category** Historic Houses & Gardens **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (2,350 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 4+ **Suggested visit** 3-4 hours **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Taunton [More attractions in Taunton](https://staycation.co.uk/taunton/attractions) ★ 4.5 (2,350 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.hestercombe.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01823413923](tel:01823413923) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Taunton **Postcode** TA2 8LG **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C3R3W37+6M [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x486df5d753bf9a0d:0xae12a6029b34c56b!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x486df5d753bf9a0d:0xae12a6029b34c56b!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x486df5d753bf9a0d:0xae12a6029b34c56b!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Taunton Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Hestercombe Gardens has both indoor and outdoor areas. ### What ages is Hestercombe Gardens suitable for? Hestercombe Gardens is best for ages 4+. ### Is Hestercombe Gardens wheelchair accessible? Hestercombe Gardens has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### Is there parking at Hestercombe Gardens? Yes: free car park, paid car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact Hestercombe Gardens? 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