Somerset Houses & Gardens

Throughout June, July, August and September, Hestercombe will be opening its gardens until 8pm every Wednesday*.

Enjoy the 50 acres of historic gardens after hours, and see the landscape in a unique way as we leave them open towards dusk - perfect for an after-work or school visit.
*except Wednesday 30th June

Traditional Charcoal Burn & BBQ ~ Wednesday 2nd June
To celebrate the first summer late opening on Wednesday 2nd June, join our gardens team at the Charcoal Burner's Hut to experience charcoal being made in the traditional way, just like a woodsman would have done hundreds of years ago. The chefs will also be providing a barbecue into the evening.

Punting
On selected dates (TBC), Hestercombe's Edwardian punt will be back out on the Pear Pond, and ready for you to take a ride on!

Further info
Food and drink will be available every Wednesday (including wood-fired pizzas, barbecues and more), and on various dates (TBC), we will be providing entertainment in the form of punting, or music in the gardens.

Tickets
Booking online is essential via the 'tickets' link. A limited number of tickets will be released for summer late openings within two weeks of each evening opening.