The Newt in Somerset
Magnificent estate with productive gardens, museum and parkland.
4.6
from 624 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. 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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Membership
Enjoy unlimited repeat entry to The Newt in Somerset for 12 months, as well as access to our Partner Gardens, seasonal workshops, events and regular updates from the estate
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Joint Membership
Enjoy unlimited repeat entry to The Newt in Somerset for 12 months, as well as all the benefits above, for two adults living at the same address.
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Local Membership
Discounted membership for visitors residing in the following postcodes: Wincanton (BA9), Castle Cary (BA7), Bruton (BA10), Sparkford (BA22 7), Evercreech (BA4 6) or within 6 miles of The Newt (BA7 7NG) as the crow flies - please check using https://www.freemaptools.com/how-far-is-it-between.htm
Note, following the purchase of Local Membership, photo ID and proof of address will be required upon first entry to the gardens
Google reviews
4.6
from 624 Google reviews
alison kilpatrick
a week ago
3
Last year I visited the Newt and paid £48 entrance fee. Yes I understand that this lasts me for entrance for a year but only useful if you are close and also 5 other sites that are again not close to where I live. I could of made more visits. Yesterday I visited again and noted that the entrance price is now £68. There is no reduction for families or senior citizens. The. Garden has developed a lot since last year and there is the woodland walks. The views are lovely. The Roman Villa has just opened but you have to book that visit and it was fully booked yesterday. There are plenty areas to site and admire the views but food does cost a wee bit more than other sites that I have visited. I would love to visit more but I feel I get more value from my National Trust card as a senior citizen
Kate Thompson
3 weeks ago
5
Completely unique day out, with something new on every corner. A day out you will never forget. Very well presented and choice of eating places. Very expensive to non members unless you attend with a member. Unless you live in Somerset and make two or more visits a year this is cost prohibited. Helpful and friendly staff. Suitable for all ages and abilities.
Joshua Beebe
a month ago
5
This is actually one of the most fantastic places I've ever been. We have membership to the gardens and they are heavenly. The garden restaurant is resplendent with a view to die for and the fine cyder is the most unbelievable experience. Can't give it enough outside even tho we have never stayed in the hotel
Emma Osborn
3 weeks ago
5
Highly recommended booking to view The Story of Gardening. Very interactive for children and adults a like. With this and all the other features to see at The Newt you will find plenty to do here, we will definitely be coming again as there is so much we didn't do.
Louisa Zielinski
2 months ago
5
A fantastic stay! Brilliant food, friendly staff and beautiful gardens. We stayed in the Farmyard and it was brilliant- especially being able to get the buggies back and forth. The experiences that we did were great, especially loved the bee safari. My one piece of advice would be for there to be a quick tour of the Hadspen House grounds and spa we got this when we went to the Farmyard but didn’t know for example where the lawn was for our garden tour or the facilities in the spa.