The Newt in Somerset
Magnificent estate with productive gardens, museum and parkland.
4.6
from 498 Google reviews
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About the garden
Opening times
Every day except Christmas Day Summer: 28 March – 30 October 9.00AM – 6.00PM Winter: 31 October – 27 March 9.00AM – 4.30PM
Useful details
Garden area
800 Acres
Dog walking
No - Guide dogs only.
Cafe or restaurant
Food and drink facilities include a food stall and a cafe/restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating.
Family
Yes - Children of all ages.
Bicycle storage
Yes - Bicycle rack in visitor car park
Wheelchair access
Mostly accessible (many paths flat and paved). All gardens areas are accessible to wheelchairs and strollers, though via indirect routes – often up thick lawns, steep gradients, uneven ground and gravelled pathways. Pushchairs may be stored at the Threshing Barn, and for longer distances transport is available for those requiring assistance.
Shops
Yes - There is a gift shop.
Wheelchair hire
Wheelchairs are available for hire. Two wheelchairs available on a first come, first served basis.
Somerset, BA7 7NG
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Google reviews
4.6
from 498 Google reviews
Stuart Speer
a month ago
5
Only joined the Newt in July this year. However, been there several times now and each time there is something different to see and find. Only went for an afternoon stroll and see the place at Christmas time. Enjoyed mulled cider and cake to kick start walk and headed over to the North East side to find the Story of Gardening facility and also the herd of deer on the property. Both treats were amazing. Didn't have enough time to enjoy the Gardening exhibition. Well worth it and it's immersive experience. A lot of thought, effort and design. Will be going back for the rest. Has cafe area there too in the Gardening exhibit though not used this time. Staff very helpful. Herd of deer find was by chance and managed to get some shots of them without too much disturbance. Beautiful creatures...all good easy access and exhibit also has tree top walk too.
Bryan
3 weeks ago
5
Explored the gardens and woodland of the Newt (during December), it was really good. For me the stand out thing was the story of gardening, I thought it was so interesting seeing all the different styles of gardens from around the world. What made it even better was the virtual reality headset that let you explore another garden. We saw deer while walking on the viper walkway through the trees. I will be back in the spring and summer to see the gardens in their full splendor.
Emma Blundell
a month ago
5
Loved it!! Lovely room, incredible facilities & super helpful passionate staff throughout all aspects. Couldn’t recommend the garden, deer park & bee tours more, informative & engaging complimentary activities for all ages from beginner to expert to learn from. Highly recommend for anyone interested in nature Combined with a top 5* hotel & food
Finley Norman
2 weeks ago
5
This place is phenomenal. The level of detail that has gone into the construction and management is amazing which makes this such an beautiful place to go and unwind. The gift shop is laden with quality goods, the farmshop is full of top quality produce and the restaurants and ice cream parlor serve top quality food and drink. This is a highly recommended location and the season ticket is well worth the money as you can visit throughout the seasons and at various events that are always being held.
Rob Lloyd
a month ago
5
Highly recommend dining at The Botanical Rooms. Fine dining at it's best. Had great service with lovely touches like pouring sauce over the sliced duck at your table and also talking you through the dish as it's brought to your table. The cured yolk mushroom was a standout starter and the duck for main was perfectly sliced. The star of the show was the side of brown butter cooked seaweed potatoes, that are glazed with honey and sherry vinegar.