Barrington Court

Barrington Court is a beautifully restored Tudor mansion, full of mystery and atmosphere, and set in the glorious Somerset countryside.

The warm sunshine of early summer is bringing the borders to life with lots of colour and scents. You'll be greeted first by the subtle musky scent from four beds of shrub roses in the Rose and Iris Garden. Each year, the floriferous displays never cease to astound and the White Garden is not to be missed.

There are lots of things to do here during the summer holidays, for everyone, whether you’re having a day out from home or are staying nearby on holiday.

We have a handy map showing the permitted dog walking route around the estate, so you can plan your visit in advance. You can also pick up a printed copy from our visitor reception team when you arrive.

This is the story of Colonel Lyle's restoration of Barrington Court, which had fallen into terrible disrepair and was eventually reduced to being used as a farmhouse.

Strode dining and tearooms offer coffee, homemade cakes and fresh meals made with delicious produce from the kitchen garden here at Barrington.

Our well-stocked shop is a treasure trove of seasonal gifts and quality products inspired by our special places. Better still, every penny spent here is invested into the charity, helping us to continue caring for Barrington.

Barrington's book barn has a great selection of quality second-hand books covering all topics and tastes.

It takes a lot of work to care for Barrington, but what is the purpose of conservation at this special place, which doesn’t have a traditional furniture collection?

Our energy work is an important part of being a responsible conservation organisation and Barrington Court has now installed more efficient biomass boilers that use sustainably sourced wood pellets.