Weddings at Hestercombe

**Nestled in tranquil countryside and boasting sweeping lawns, three stunning historic gardens and the iconic light-filled Orangery, it’s no wonder Hestercombe's Somerset wedding venue is one of the most idyllic wedding venues in the Southwest.**: **Venues**: With a selection of gorgeous venues from grand and formal to small and intimate, all situated in...

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We've already had lots of gorgeous weddings this year in the gardens, in the Orangery and there's even one in the Temple next week! For more wedding images see our gallery. Plus now that Hestercombe House is reunited with the rest of the estate there will be even more rooms for couples to choose from to use for their special day. This blog (Evolve...

We have some really beautiful weddings at Hestercombe - unsurprisingly I suppose, with the landscape and formal gardens acting as a backdrop - but this one was a little bit different. Chris and Rhian were married on October 11th 2013 in the Temple. For those who don't know, the Temple is situated at the top of the landscape gardens. It has incredible views...

**HALLOWE’EN IS HORRIFYING AT HESTERCOMBE THIS HALF TERM! October 2012** **Non stop fun an frights throughout the holidays.** Hestercombe undergoes a phenomenal transformation at Hallowe’en - from stunning gardens by day to spine chilling chamber of horrors at night! Take a **Terror Tour** - but take care because the zombies are coming and they will be...

**Wedding Co-ordinator, Julie White, has created a very special offer for selected Saturday weddings THIS August! Plan your gorgeous summer garden wedding here at Hestercombe and save a massive £2000 on selected Saturdays in August this year. Wedding for 50 guests to include: Reception Drink Canapes Three course wedding breakfast Glass of wine Toast drink...

A stunning Somerset orangery wedding, Charlotte and Jonny’s ceremony had a leafy look and a boho feel. Together they planned a wedding as wild as their romance, with a vibrant vegan twist. Photography by Simon Biffen Photography **Popping the question**: Wedding planning begins with one very important question, and Jonny chose to propose surrounded by...

Every wedding is unique - and wedding planners will go to any lengths to make your special day perfect in every way. (Image: Jamie Dodd Photography // pictured: Nathalia & Frank at Hestercombe) Every wedding is unique, whether it's getting the rings delivered by a flying owl, or the groom munching on a four-pack of sandwiches just five minutes before the...

If you're starting the New Year with a ring on your finger and a wedding to plan, congratulations! Why not kick off the planning by taking inspiration from some of the most exciting 2019 wedding trends? We put our heads together with some of our trusted suppliers to bring you these predictions... Image courtesy of Ali Paul Photography **Eco-Friendly...

**Part 2 - Sport, Eating, Hospitals and Tragedy.**: - Mr. and Mrs. Edward Portman will give a ball about January 11 to celebrate the coming of age of Mr. Ivo Vesey, Mrs. Portman’s eldest son by her first husband, Captain Eustace Vesey... To Mr. Portman, indeed, everything connected with dancing is more or less of a bore. He prefers hunting, shooting, or...

This weekend was a busy one for events, a big wedding on Saturday and Father's Day BBQ on Sunday. Even though the weather wasn't perfect we still had some stalwarthy folk who came along to enjoy the food and games on Sunday. Here is a lovely photo of two young members who got married in 2010 here and have been members ever since! Here is: Gary and Hannah...

**Hestercombe has a rich and diverse history; the first written record of the estate is from an Anglo-Saxon charter of 682.**: **Gardens History**: **Restoration**: **Hestercombe at War**: **Somerset Fire Brigade**: **Archives**: **Coplestone Warre Bampfylde**: **The Water Garden**: **The Terrace Seat**: The earliest remaining medieval feature of Hestercombe...

**...especially when it's so very nice. I had a telephone call from Mrs Hall today, whose daughter married here at the end of July - "...the day was perfect - everything was absolutely perfect. Julie White (Wedding Co-ordinator) was marvellous. She listened to us from the start, gave advice, shared her knowledge and experience in the kindest and most helpful...

by Claire Greenslade, Hestercombe’s Head Gardener_ **How do you manage a large garden with a furloughed team and locked down volunteers?!** Who knew that this would ever be a question I would have to ask myself. This virus is something that none of us had been able to prepare for. Since March 23rd 2020 Hestercombe has had to close its gates. Really big...

**There are many wonderful local wedding suppliers ~ below are some we have worked with over the years.**: **Title** **Website** **Telephone** **Art & Stationery**: - ABCD Weddings- abcd-weddings.co.uk**Beauty**: - Annabella- - 07966 660605- Devon Wedding Hair- devonweddinghair.co.uk- 07864 818020- The Lavender Rooms- - 01823 414182**Bridal Wear**: -...

To my worldly blog followers, sorry for my absence over the last few weeks, it’s been a busy time in the kitchens. A little belated I know but I wish Liz our old pastry chef good luck in her new venture. The weeks that passed after Liz left were busy ones but (would you believe I was making cakes?!) but were made easier by the support of a great team in...

**We may not be a Somerset wedding venue with accommodation on site, but with a host of gorgeous accommodation options on our doorstep, you and your guests will be spoiled for choice!**: - Mill Meadow Eco Holiday Homes are just one of the local accommodation optionsHere are a few B&Bs, luxury apartments and hotels our couples have enjoyed before. Your...

Who we are The Castle at Taunton is one of the UK’s most historic & prestigious 4 Star Hotels, having been at the forefront of British cuisine for 40 years. We also operate Brazz, which since 1998 has provided the blueprint for British Brasseries across the country. The role Wedding & Events Coordinator Job Duties - Creating event proposals which fit...

Cos finished his Level Two Catering qualification last week... here he is receiving his certificate! But it's no rest for the wicked and he's straight back to work - especially as the kitchens and front of house staff are so busy with weddings at the moment.

Had a productive meeting this morning to ensure we are all singing off the same hymn sheet as the date of the first night of Illumina looms large.... We are having a Press Night on the Thursday which will be a great opportunity to have a dry run for the Team. Ulf is well organised with all the set up - miles of cable! The Gardeners are making sure between...