Classic Gardens - Discover South Somerset

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We can help plan your visit
Tourist Information Centre staff have all the details
at their fingertips to help you find places to stay and
plan itineraries so that you can see several gardens
during your visit here.
The TICs sell tickets for local events and have
discount vouchers for many attractions. They will
be happy to suggest activities for family and friends
travelling with you, who want to do something
different from visiting gardens.
The TICs can also help with travel arrangements and
bookings and are agents for National Express and
Berry’s Coaches.
Information centres
Yeovil Tourist Information Centre
Petters House, Petters Way, Yeovil BA20 1SH
T: 01935 462 781
E: [email protected]
A303 South Somerset
Tourist Information Centre
Cartgate Picnic Site, A303/A3088,
Stoke-sub-Hamdon TA14 6RA
T: 01935 829 333
E: [email protected]
For 24 hour information visit our website …
www.discoversouthsomerset.com
Published by: Economic Development, Heritage & Tourism.
South Somerset District Council, Brympton Way, Yeovil, Somerset BA20 2HT 01935 462 462
Email: [email protected]
Cover photograph: ©Marianne Majerus, East Lambrook Manor Gardens
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VOUCHERS INSIDE
Classic
Gardens
Classic
Gardens
SomerSet 2014
23
Cannington
Glastonbury
A39
Waterrow
26
Stoke St Gregory
8
A37
M5
A3
Barrington
Court
58
Corfe
03
A3
BRISTOL
SOMERSET
Chard
TAUNTON
A30
A303
Wincanton
Queen Camel
Yeovilton
Templecombe
Tintinhull
Martock
Yeovil
Henstridge
Milborne Port
A30
Montacute
Ilminster
M5
Lytes
Cary Manor
Sparkford
Langport
Ilchester
Montacute House
Cothay Manor
27
Castle Cary
East Lambrook Manor
S
Brewham
Somerton
Midney Gardens
8
Wellington
Bruton
7
A3
25
A371
8
A35
High Ham
Taunton
A3
Street
61
Hestercombe Gardens
Wiveliscombe
Evercreech
61
A3
24
North Petherton
Bishops Lydeard
1
A36
Kilver Court Gardens
Shepton Mallet
Westonzoyland
Bridgwater
Cranmore
Wells
The Bishop’s Palace
The Walled Gardens of Cannington
Monksilver
Frome
71
A359
Nether Stowey
A39
Wiliton
A3
Wedmore
M5
Stogursey
Watchet
A 37
A
22
Burnham-on-Sea
A3
r
5 miles (approx.)
Sherborne
Crewkerne
YEOVIL
A37
EXETER
Forde Abbey
Broadwindsor
Visit our gardens
Come and explore the Classic Gardens of Somerset. You will find
an impressive collection of styles and character, from gardens
that have been newly made to those that have evolved over
centuries. There are cottage gardens and kitchen gardens;
woodland walks and parkland; botanical hothouses and
architectural features that include a viaduct and England’s
highest powered fountain! Be inspired by the gardens and enjoy
browsing the plant nurseries and garden shops and eating
luscious lunches and teas in the cafes.
Set in the heart of England’s west-country, there’s plenty more
to see and do too. Somerset’s unspoilt countryside is perfect for
walking and cycling. The picturesque villages and market towns
offer interesting shops, lively street-markets and excellent eatingplaces. In the summer, enjoy flower shows, music festivals and
outdoor theatre. In the winter, carnivals and Christmas fairs.
Discover a garden
that you can’t see
every day and help
a good cause too.
The NGS promotes
the opening of
private gardens
to the public for
one-off days or
special events, with
the proceeds going
to charities. NGS
Somerset raised
£64,000 for charities
last year and helped
the public see some
wonderful gardens.
www.ngs.org.uk
The National
Garden Scheme
Cothay Manor & Gardens
Warminster
Classic
Gardens
for more information call 01935
462781
%
Classic
20
Gardens
DISCOUNT
2014 Garden entry only. Not
redeemable against Cothay
events, other offersor
as part of pre-arranged
group visits.
Minehead
Dunster
We can help plan your visit
What’s on
Forde Abbey & Gardens
Some villages have a day or a weekend during the
summer when private gardens are open to the public.
Find out about these and other local events and
entertainment on
Shaftsbury
www.discoversouthsomerset.com/whatson
20%
Offer valid on 2014 Garden
admission only and not valid on
Tourist Information
staff have all the details
any event days, visitsCentre
by
groups or any other offer.
at their Maximum
fingertips
to
help
you
find places to stay and
4 adults per
DISCOUNT
voucher.
plan itineraries
so that you can see several gardens
during your visit here.
Kilver Court Secret Gardens
only.for local events and have
The TICsGarden
selladmission
tickets
Not applicable with any other
discountoffer
vouchers
for(12many
attractions. They will
or on NGS dates
May
and 8 September 2014).
be happyMaximum
to suggest
activities
for family and friends
4 adults per
voucher.
DISCOUNT
travelling
with you, who want to do something
different from visiting gardens.
20%
February
Snowdrop Month
East Lambrook
Manor Gardens
1 – 9 March
Crocus Week
Forde Abbey
2 March
Plant & Gardening Fair
Forde Abbey
14 March
Mill demonstration day
Hestercombe
23 March
Rare Plant Fair
Bishop’s Palace
29 March
Early Spring Plant Fair
East Lambrook
Manor Gardens
DISCOUNT
East Lambrook Manor Gardens
Blandford Forum
19 – 20 April
Easter Weekend Event
Walled Gardens
of Cannington
24 – 25 May
Festival of Wildlife
Walled Gardens
of Cannington
25 May – 1 June
Hardy Geranium Week
Kilver Court Garden
1 June – 20 July
Paintings by Moish Sokal
East Lambrook
Manor Gardens
7 June
Picnic with Macbeth *
Cothay Manor
14 June
Charity Garden, Plant &
Food Fair
Cothay Manor
22 June
The Jungle Book *
Bishop’s Palace
5 – 20 July
Sweet Pea Fortnight
Forde Abbey
31 July
Charity Summer Fair
Forde Abbey
1 – 2 August
Taunton Flower Show
Vivary Park, Taunton
10 August
Butterfly walks *
Hestercombe
31 August
Rare Plant Fair
Kilver Court Garden
27 September
Yeovil Flower &
Gardeners Market
Yeovil Town Centre
24 – 26 October
Fine Art, Decorative
& Antiques Fair
Cothay Manor
* Booking essential
Classic
for more information call 01935
Gardens 462781
The Bishop’s Palace
The TICsOffer
can
also help with travel arrangements and
valid on 2014 Garden
admission
only and
not valid for National Express and
bookings
and
are
agents
on any event days, for visits by
groups or with any other
Berry’s Coaches.
20%
offer Maximum 4 adults
per voucher.
Information centres
£1
Offer valid on 2014 Garden
.00
admission only and not
Yeovil
Tourist Information Centre
valid on any event days,
for visitsHouse,
by groups orPetters Way, Yeovil BA20 1SH
Petters
OFF(PER PERSON) with any other offer.
T: 01935 462 781
E: [email protected]
Hestercombe Gardens
A303 South Somerset
%
20 Tourist Information Centre
Garden admission only.
Not applicable with any other
offer or on event days. Please
check the website for
details.Maximum 4 adults
Cartgate
Picnic Site,
per voucher.
A303/A3088,
Stoke-sub-Hamdon TA14 6RA
T: 01935 829 333
Visit Somerset’s gardens
Midney E:
Gardens
[email protected]
in this beautiful part
Offer valid on 2014 Garden
of Britain with unspoilt
admission only and not valid
on any event days, NGS days,
countryside, quaint
for visits by groups or with
any other offer.
villages
lively …
market
per
voucher.
DISCOUNTForMax244 adults
hour information visit
our and
website
towns. Somerset is easy
to get to and easy to get
The Walled Gardens of Cannington
around, with high quality
20% discount is valid on the entry
accommodation and
Published
by:
Economic
Development,
Heritage
&
Tourism.
price to The Walled Gardens
South Somerset District Council, Brympton Way, Yeovil, Somerset BA20 2HT 01935 462 462
during 2014 but not including
eating places - the ideal
Email: [email protected]
Season Tickets or event
Cover photograph: ©Marianne Majerus, East Lambrook Manor Gardens
day entry price. Max
spot for a country break.
Design: www.rocketboxdesign.com
DISCOUNT
20%
www.discoversouthsomerset.com
20%
DISCOUNT
4 adults per voucher.
Walk, rest & play
visit nationaltrust.org.uk
Cothay Manor & Gardens
Barrington Court
Montacute House
Built in 1485, Cothay and its 12 acres of magical gardens sit on the banks
of the River Tone. Privately owned, Cothay has been painstakingly restored
and re-planted over the last 20 years by the well-known plantswoman
Mary-Anne Robb. Cothay’s gardens are a delight for all the senses.
Open: Gardens: 6 April to 30 September: - Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun & BH
Mondays. Open Saturday in June, July & August, 11am – 5pm, last entry 4.30pm.
Manor: Open Sundays for guided tours only at 11.45am & 2.15pm during garden
season. Group visits by appointment (20 plus)
Lytes Cary Manor
Tintinhull Gardens
Barrington Court
Montacute House
March - October 10am - 5pm
(Open every day)
March - October 10am - 5pm
(House closed Tuesday)
Beautiful manor house
and delightful flower
gardens with working orchards.
Glittering Elizabethan mansion surrounded
by formal gardens.
Lytes Cary Manor
Tintinhull Gardens
March - October 10.30am - 5pm
(House closed Thursday)
March - October 10am - 5pm
(Closed Monday and Tuesdays except
Bank Holidays)
Cothay Manor, Greenham, Wellington TA21 0JR
T: 01823 672283
W: www.cothaymanor.co.uk
Call 01935 823289 or visit
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/montacute-house
Call 01460 241938 or visit
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/barrington-court Montacute, Somerset TA15 6XP
10mins from Yeovil
Barrington, Somerset TA19 0NQ
15 mins from Ilminster
Intimate medieval manor house with
beautiful Arts and Crafts garden.
Described as one of the most
harmonious small gardens in Britain,
Call 01458 224471 or visit
it complements a charming manor
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lytes-cary-manor
house.
Near Somerton, Somerset TA11 7HU
Call 01935 823289 or visit
15 mins from Yeovil
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/tintinhull-garden
Farm Street, Tintinhull,
Somerset BA22 8PZ
10 mins from Yeovil
Kilver Court Secret Gardens
Kilver Court is a must-see visit for garden lovers and keen fashion
shoppers looking for a fantastic day out. Relax in the 3.5 acre garden set
against a 19th Century viaduct and stunning views of the Chelsea gold
medal winning recreation rockery. A formal parterre contributes to the
evolving views and the exceptional all year planting. Indulge yourself
with a visit to the Designer Outlets which offer fantastic discounts on
a range of designer brands. Finish the trip with a visit to the Harlequin
Cafe or browse in the Great House gift shop or Plant Nursery.
Open: Every day except Christmas, Boxing and New Year’s Day,
10am - 4pm. Group visits welcome by appointment only.
Nursery open in summer season.
Kilver Court, Shepton Mallet BA4 5NF
Visit nationaltrust.org.uk
Photo © national trust photo library
The National Trust is a registered charity, no. 205846
T: 01749 340415
W: www.kilvercourt.com
East Lambrook Manor Gardens
In 1938 a novice gardener and her ex-Daily Mail editor husband
bought a derelict chicken farm in East Lambrook. 31 years and eight
gardening books later the by then famous plantswoman Margery
Fish died leaving an extraordinary cottage garden of great beauty and
charm. Today her Grade 1 listed garden with specialist Margery Fish
Plant Nursery is a national treasure.
Forde Abbey & Gardens
Enjoy Forde Abbey’s 30 acres of award-winning gardens with vivid
herbaceous borders, arboretum and wide sloping lawns. The walled
kitchen garden, bog garden and rockery provide a wealth of specialist
plants and are viewed against many architectural features, including
England’s highest powered fountain and, not least, the Abbey itself.
Tearoom, plant centre, gift shop, pottery exhibition.
Open: 1 February to 31 October: - Tuesday to Saturday & BH Mondays
plus Sundays in February, May, June and July, 10am - 5pm.
Open: Gardens: daily 10am - 4.30pm last admission.
House: 1 April to end October: - Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and BH
Mondays, 12 noon - 4pm last admission.
East Lambrook, South Petherton TA13 5HH
Forde Abbey, Chard TA20 4LU
T: 01460 240328
W: www.eastlambrook.com
T: 01460 221290
W: www.fordeabbey.co.uk
The Bishop’s Palace
The Walled Gardens of Cannington
Explore 14 acres of gardens located in the heart of the historic city of
Wells. Fine specimen trees with diverse and luxuriant borders,
complete with restored 19th century picturesque style planting
surround the Palace and the ruins of the Great Hall. Discover the
source of water from which the City takes its name and picnic in a
peaceful arboretum. Family fun events, café and shop. A “must-see”
destination in Somerset.
An RHS partner garden, with a National Collection under
construction, the Walled Gardens of Cannington lie within the grounds
of a medieval Priory. Classic and contemporary features include the
‘hot’ herbaceous border, the blue garden, subtropical walk and a
Victorian style fernery. There is a botanical glasshouse where arid,
sub-tropical and tropical plants can be seen, and two smaller gardens
- areas of real tranquillity. The garden shop and tea rooms round off
an enjoyable visit.
Now Open: Garden of Reflection and Community Garden.
Open: Daily, last entry 1 hour before closing. Children under 5 years
free. 14 February to 29 March, 10am – 4pm, 30 March to 31 October,
10am – 6pm, 1 November to 19 December, 10am – 4pm.
Open: March, April & September, daily, 10am - 3pm, May to August,
daily, 10am - last admission 4pm, October to February, Monday Friday, 10.30am - 2.30pm
The Bishop’s Palace, Wells BA5 2PD
Church Street, Cannington TA5 2HA
T: 01749 988111
W: www.bishopspalace.org.uk
T: 01278 655042
W: www.canningtonwalledgardens.co.uk
Cothay Manor & Gardens
Classic
Gardens
Classic Gardens
of Somerset
See over for individual
terms & conditions.
Forde Abbey & Gardens
Classic Gardens
of Somerset
Hestercombe Gardens
See over for individual
terms & conditions.
Experience 300 years of garden design in one inspiring estate.
Hestercombe is a unique combination of beautifully restored gardens,
all saved from disrepair and restored to their former glory over the last
20 years. Take time to enjoy the 18th century landscape gardens, the
19th century terrace and shrubbery and one of the finest Lutyens/Jekyll
gardens in the country. Plus a restored watermill, cafe in a covered
courtyard, lunches, snacks, cakes and good coffee.
Classic Gardens
of Somerset
See over for individual
terms & conditions.
The Bishop’s Palace
Cheddon Fitzpaine, Taunton TA2 8LG
Classic Gardens
of Somerset
T: 01823 413923
W: www.hestercombe.com
See over for individual
terms & conditions.
You will receive a discount
off the entry price when
you present a Classic
Gardens voucher.
Midney Gardens is a relatively new 1-acre garden illustrating the influence
of Gertrude Jekyll and Sylvia Crowe. Throughout linked areas in the
plants-man’s and kitchen gardens and woodland walk, the wildlife-friendly
approach, unusual planting combinations and quirky features offer a great
visit to any garden lover. The plant nursery specialises in herbaceous
plants, grasses and herbs; the tearoom offers light lunches and great cake!
Open: 3 April to 26 October: - Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday,
11am – 5pm. Closed BH Mondays. Group visits by appointment.
Mill Lane, Midney, Somerton TA11 7HR
T: 01458 274250
W: www.midneygardens.co.uk
DISCOUNT
20%
DISCOUNT
Kilver Court Secret Gardens
Open: Open all year. Daily except Christmas Day, 10am – 6pm, last
admission 5pm (1 hour before dusk in winter). Dogs welcome!
Midney Gardens
20%
This must be an original
voucher – photocopies
will not be accepted. The
offer is valid until 31st
December 2014 and cannot
be combined with any
other offer.
Individual gardens have
the right to withdraw this
offer at any time.
20%
DISCOUNT
20%
DISCOUNT
East Lambrook Manor Gardens
Classic Gardens
of Somerset
See over for individual
terms & conditions.
Hestercombe Gardens
Classic Gardens
of Somerset
See over for individual
terms & conditions.
Midney Gardens
Classic Gardens
of Somerset
See over for individual
terms & conditions.
£1
.00
OFF(PER PERSON)
20%
DISCOUNT
20%
DISCOUNT
Refreshment facilities available
Partial disabled access
Plant sales
Dogs allowed
Bus stop within 1/4 mile
The Walled Gardens of Cannington
Classic Gardens
of Somerset
See over for individual
terms & conditions.
20%
DISCOUNT