Hestercombe House and Gardens
Hestercombe Gardens, Cheddon Fitzpaine, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 8LG
Capacity
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100+
Licences
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Civil
Venue Types
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Barn / stables
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Outdoor / garden
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Restaurant
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Unusual venue
Facilities
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Accessible parking
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Bridal suite
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Guest parking
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In-house catering
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Suppliers list
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Wedding planner
We very much welcome people with disabilities, their carers and their assistance dogs ~ we hope you will find the information below useful in planning your visit.
About our site
For People On Wheels
The majority of Hestercombe’s historic estate was built at a time when little thought was given to making places accessible, so we have made reasonable adaptations as far as we can within the limitations of a listed building and grounds. There are still some areas that unfortunately cannot be accessed because they include steps and stairs, but we have marked out an all accessibility route in yellow on our Guide Map. On the Guide Map, we have marked routes suitable for pushchairs, wheelchairs and mobility scooters.
Although we are unable to provide specialist helpers or assistance, our staff will endeavour to help wherever possible.
If you normally require assistance and help please ensure that you bring a helper with you. Both people with disabilities and their helpers pay half-price admission, but if you’re a member with disabilities, then your helper will also have free admission.
Mobility access
We have a four wheel All-Terrain ‘Tramper’ mobility scooter available for hire at £5 per two hour slot. Please pre-book this in advance by calling 01823 413923 (payment is required to secure booking). The tramper scheme is operated by Countryside Mobility, and they require any non-members of the scheme to join for a one-off fee of £3.00.
Hestercombe House
There is wheelchair access throughout the ground floor of the House to the Gift Shop, Second-hand Book Shop and toilets. The art gallery on the first floor does not have disabled access yet but we show an audio narrated video about our current exhibition on a pre-recorded video downstairs, with seating available. The audio is not available on a loop, although headphones can be requested. Assistance dogs are most welcome in the House but must be identifiable.
Toilets
There are fully accessible toilets by the entrance to the Ticket Office, Visitor Centre Courtyard and Café, Hestercombe House and the Mill.
Changing Place Toilet in Hestercombe House
We are delighted that the accessible toilet in Hestercombe House has now received accreditation as an official Changing Places Toilet. A Changing Places toilet provides sanitary accommodation for people with multiple and complex disabilities who have one or two assistants with them. The facility includes a height-adjustable, adult-sized changing bench, ceiling track hoist system, adequate space for the disabled person and up to two assistants, peninsular toilet with space both sides for assistants, privacy screen, wide paper roll, large waste disposal bin, washbasin and back rest on toilet seat. The project was jointly funded by the Somerset Community Foundation and Reflect PMLD to whom we are incredibly grateful.
Nestled in tranquil countryside and boasting sweeping lawns, three stunning historic gardens and the iconic Ham Stone Lutyens-designed Orangery, it’s no wonder Hestercombe, near Taunton, is one of the most idyllic wedding venues in Somerset.
You’ll get access to the entire grounds during your big day – that’s fifty acres of beautiful landscape and formal gardens for you and your guests. We want your wedding day to be the most special day of your lives, so when you book a wedding with us, you’ll be the only couple getting married at Hestercombe that day.
Exclusivity is what we’re all about, and we’re here to make your day perfect.
Licensed for civil ceremonies, Hestercombe’s Somerset wedding venue has the advantage of being able to hold your ceremony, drinks reception, wedding breakfast and evening party all at one spectacular and spacious location. Our friendly and accommodating team have many years of experience and will work with you to make your special day truly unforgettable.
Hestercombe offers an enchanting venue for your wedding ceremony and reception celebrations. We know weddings inside out, from planning the finest detail to popping the champagne corks. We’ll be by your side as much as you like, every step of the way.
Drop us a line (info@hestercombe.com) to enquire about hiring our venue for a wedding conference, party or event space.
We very much welcome people with disabilities, their carers and their assistance dogs ~ we hope you will find the information below useful in planning your visit.
About our site
For People On Wheels
The majority of Hestercombe’s historic estate was built at a time when little thought was given to making places accessible, so we have made reasonable adaptations as far as we can within the limitations of a listed building and grounds. There are still some areas that unfortunately cannot be accessed because they include steps and stairs, but we have marked out an all accessibility route in yellow on our Guide Map. On the Guide Map, we have marked routes suitable for pushchairs, wheelchairs and mobility scooters.
Although we are unable to provide specialist helpers or assistance, our staff will endeavour to help wherever possible.
If you normally require assistance and help please ensure that you bring a helper with you. Both people with disabilities and their helpers pay half-price admission, but if you’re a member with disabilities, then your helper will also have free admission.
Mobility access
We have a four wheel All-Terrain ‘Tramper’ mobility scooter available for hire at £5 per two hour slot. Please pre-book this in advance by calling 01823 413923 (payment is required to secure booking). The tramper scheme is operated by Countryside Mobility, and they require any non-members of the scheme to join for a one-off fee of £3.00.
Hestercombe House
There is wheelchair access throughout the ground floor of the House to the Gift Shop, Second-hand Book Shop and toilets. The art gallery on the first floor does not have disabled access yet but we show an audio narrated video about our current exhibition on a pre-recorded video downstairs, with seating available. The audio is not available on a loop, although headphones can be requested. Assistance dogs are most welcome in the House but must be identifiable.
Toilets
There are fully accessible toilets by the entrance to the Ticket Office, Visitor Centre Courtyard and Café, Hestercombe House and the Mill.
Changing Place Toilet in Hestercombe House
We are delighted that the accessible toilet in Hestercombe House has now received accreditation as an official Changing Places Toilet. A Changing Places toilet provides sanitary accommodation for people with multiple and complex disabilities who have one or two assistants with them. The facility includes a height-adjustable, adult-sized changing bench, ceiling track hoist system, adequate space for the disabled person and up to two assistants, peninsular toilet with space both sides for assistants, privacy screen, wide paper roll, large waste disposal bin, washbasin and back rest on toilet seat. The project was jointly funded by the Somerset Community Foundation and Reflect PMLD to whom we are incredibly grateful.
Olivia P
We had an incredible wedding reception at Hestercombe, following a church ceremony.While planning, our wedding coordinator Julie was brilliant: always quick to respond, helpful, and experienced. Also, very reassuring during the stress of wedding planning! All food and drinks were delicious, with vegan and meat options. Everything was carried out seamlessly on the day thanks to Julie, the manager Dave and all staff. Hestercombe gardens and the venues are all stunning, and really characterful. We had a lot of kids at our wedding. There was plenty of space for kids to play, and still be seen by parents, meaning everyone had a brilliant time. Also, very flexible for the evening. Room for DJ hire dancing, and great indoor and outdoor evening space for drinks and chatting, so guests could enjoy the best of both. A really diverse, fun, wedding venue with a great team. Couldn't recommend more highly!
Sophie M
The most amazing experience - even with a changed date!
We hired Hestercombe gardens for our wedding in June 2022. Unfortunately we had to move the date due to physical health concerns so we ended up getting married in October 2022. I cannot even begin to thank Julie and the others on not only changing the date, but how the date went as well. The whole day was out of this world and we did not even have to do anything, the day went smoothly! Thank you all so much, it really did make our day.
