Explore Rook Wood this summer, as it magically transforms into a fungal paradise filled with terrific toadstools!
Please be advised that The Stables Hospitality will be closed on Monday 12th and Tuesday 13th of January. During this time, refreshments will not be available on site. We appreciate your understanding and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.
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Our toadstools have now been moved for display on the Marquee Lawn!
This summer holiday, we have brought together local groups, schools and artists (both amateur and professional) to paint wooden toadstools dotted around the picturesque Rook Wood. Whether young or old, every family member will enjoy discovering the unique and interesting designs on all 16 toadstools!
You could also be in which a chance of winning your own magical Hestercombe mushroom to take home! After your walk, head to the Gift Shop (located inside Hestercombe House) to take part in our Toadstool Raffle; all proceeds benefitting the Hestercombe charity.
Raffle tickets will be drawn on Friday 17th September.
Most of the toadstools on display are available to bid on at our online auction! Don't miss out on your chance to take your favourite home - Auction link available here
24th July - 13th August ~ Story Stones Trail
24th July - 5th September ~ The Mushroom Magic Trail
14th August - 5th September ~ The Charcoal Creations Trail
Trail price is free with standard gardens admission.
You can either pay for your gardens admission online, or purchase on the day of your visit at Visitor Reception.
Described as “one of the top twenty gardens to visit in the country”, Hestercombe is always beautiful throughout the year. Join today and enjoy great value: unlimited access to Hestercombe with prices from £4.21 per month.
Give a Gift of Membership to friends and family and they too can enjoy all the benefits of membership.
The first in a series of exhibitions, walks and writings at Hestercombe in 2025-26 by artist and writer Lizzie Philps.
For 2026, pay what you can in Jan (uary)
Join us for Hestercombe's Giant Book Sale. Thousands of quality second hand booksFiction • Non-fiction • Children’sVisit the book lovers paradise to discover your next best read!Free entry via the book shop.
Join us for a series of tutored workshops at the peaceful winter surroundings at Hestercombe Gardens, where we will learn how to capture beautiful botanical subjects through careful observation and sketching methods. Suitable for all levels.
Join us for a series of tutored workshops at the peaceful winter surroundings at Hestercombe Gardens, where we will learn how to capture beautiful botanical subjects through careful observation and sketching methods. Suitable for all levels.
Join us for a series of tutored workshops at the peaceful winter surroundings at Hestercombe Gardens, where we will learn how to capture beautiful botanical subjects through careful observation and sketching methods. Suitable for all levels.
We are excited to team up with Shepton Snowdrops and some of the best snowdrop gardens in Somerset to create the Great Snowdrop Gardens Trail of Somerset.
Do you want to start growing food? We start from step 1 in your food growing journey, including sowing, planting out & watering
