The Lighter Side

A photographic journey through joy at Hestercombe

The Portman Family

Explore the fascinating history of the Portman family and their Hestercombe estate.

Childrens bug trail

Kids will become mini explorers as they follow the Bug trail route around the Landscape garden. Extended by popular demand, now running until Sunday 5th October!

Guests go FREE in September

Without the loyal support of our members, Hestercombe would simply not exist for the benefit of the community and future generations. To recognise the contribution that members make to the restoration and care of this special place, we're running a special offers exclusively for members this September. A little thank you from Hestercombe to you.

Jackson’s : Plein Air Day

We’re delighted to partner with Jackson’s for a special Plein Air Day on Friday 3rd October, for a creative day of outdoor art-making in the grounds of Hestercombe Gardens. Whether you're a seasoned painter or picking up a sketchbook for the first time, this relaxed plein air event is open to all artists and art-lovers of all ages and skill levels.

Agroforestry systems including Forest Gardens for food production

This course is for you if you would like to incorporate trees within your growing area, or would like to understand better the benefits of trees within your plot.

Syntropic Agroforestry systems

This course is for you if you want to super charge your agroforestry system to produce more and quicker!

Basic Edible Horticulture

Do you want to start growing food? We start from step 1 in your food growing journey, including sowing, planting out & watering