Lytes Cary Manor
Location
Charlton Mackrell, Nr Somerton
Charlton Mackrell
Nr Somerton
Somerset
TA11 7HU
Nr Somerton
Somerset
TA11 7HU
Tel: 01458 224471
Fax: 01458 224471
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This intimate manor house has a 14th century chapel, enchanting Arts and Crafts style garden and was the home of Henry Lyte – a medieval herbalist. Plants that Henry Lyte cultivated for his plant directory the ‘Lytes Herbal’ can still be seen growing in the garden. In the 20th century Lytes Cary was rescued from dereliction by Sir Walter Jenner. Its Arts & Crafts-style garden is a combination of outdoor rooms, topiary, statues and herbaceous borders. Explore the walks through the wider estate and riverside and discover many features typical of farmed lowland England, including ancient hedges, rare arable weeds and farmland birds.
Awards
- Visit Britain Code of Practice 2012
