Halloween Spook-tacular!
This October half-term, Hestercombe is brewing up a cauldron of frightfully fun activities that will keep your little witches and wizards spellbound! From Saturday, 26th October to Sunday, 3rd November, children go free, making it the perfect time for a family adventure!
Saturday 26th October - Sunday 3rd November - Haunted House Trail (all day 10am-3.30pm)
Tuesday 29th October - Potion Making with Sciencedipity (10am - 3pm, drop-in)
Wednesday 30th October - Potion Making with Sciencedipity (10am - 3pm, drop-in)
Saturday 26th October - Sunday 3rd November Halloween crafts (11am - 2:30pm, drop-in)
Monday 28th October - Friday 1st November - Spot Hester the Bat! (10am - 3:30pm)
https://www.hestercombe.com/whats-on/halloween
Festive Chocolatier Experience
Join for a festive day at Bampfylde Hall, perfect for chocolate lovers!
The Chocolatier Experience will be hosted by Paul Ruttledge, Hestercombe's Patissier, whose experience includes three-rosette restaurants. Under Paul’s expert guidance, you'll learn how to make and decorate your own chocolates, from crafting ganache to mastering enrobing techniques. Best of all, you can take home your delicious creations to enjoy or share.
The day includes a two-course lunch in the restaurant and starts with tea or coffee on arrival. To view the menu, please click
here. You’ll also receive free garden entry, which can be used after the event or on another day. Spaces still available for November 1st. Tickets are £95 per person.
https://www.hestercombe.com/whats-on/chocolatier
Christmas Market
Join the vibrant Hestercombe
Christmas Market from 15th to 17th November! Discover locally-sourced gifts, handcrafted items, and festive treats like mince pies, hot chocolate, and mulled wine. Plus, visitors to the market will receive free admission to the gardens, house and contemporary art gallery!
https://www.hestercombe.com/whats-on/christmas-market
Once again the Hestercombe team are thrilled to present
Illuminate 2024, the sell-out Christmas lights show spectacular running from 21st November to 30th December. This year’s event features all NEW interactive elements, immersive soundscapes and dazzling light displays, transforming Hestercombe Gardens into a magical winter wonderland.
https://www.hestercombe.com/whats-on/christmas-illuminations
Illuminate Dinners
The Stables Restaurant will be open on Friday and Saturday evenings of the 29th and 30th November to allow visitors to Illuminate to enjoy a delicious, home-cooked meal prior to walking Illuminate. (December dinner slots are sold out).
A special two course meal will be served at 6pm (arrive for 5.45pm), allowing you and your party to eat and then enjoy Illuminate afterwards at your leisure (last entry 8pm). To view the menu, please click
here.
Gluten free, Vegetarian & Vegan options are available. Please email
food@hestercombe.com with any dietary requirements you may have.
Please note that the dinner tickets includes entry to Illuminate.
https://www.hestercombe.com/whats-on/christmas-illuminations