View of the keep garden at Dunster Castle, Somerset in spring — Keep garden at Dunster Castle | © National Trust Images / Sarah Allen

Gardens and parks in Somerset

The Somerset area has some wonderful gardens filled with fountains, lakes and terraces. Here are the perfect places to explore this season.

Head outside and enjoy a wide variety of gardens and parks in Somerset.

Family looking at the fountain at Montacute House

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The garden at Montacute House

Explore the garden of Montacute House throughout the seasons. See the yew trees, affectionately known as ‘wibbly wobbly’ hedges, or take a few moments of tranquillity in the Orangery.

A family of two adults and two small children (with their backs to the camera) in winter clothing walking along a path flanked by an array of plants and trees with brown and green foliage

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The garden at Dunster Castle

Explore the highlights of the garden at Dunster Castle, which takes you around the world and through four different microclimates

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The garden at Tyntesfield near Bristol

The garden at Tyntesfield is an ever-changing landscape, home to beautiful borders, ancient trees and tasty produce that's used daily in the Cow Barn restaurant.

A flowering rhododendron with the Pantheon overlooking the lake in the background at Stourhead, Wiltshire

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The world famous garden at Stourhead

Stourhead is home to one of the world's most famous gardens, with myriad temples, grottos, trees and water features to explore. Read more about what you'll see during your visit.

Bustalls (the old calf pens) at Barrington Court, Somerset.

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The garden at Barrington Court

Explore the garden of Barrington Court throughout the seasons. See the fruit and produce growing in the Kitchen Garden or enjoy the tranquillity and beautiful borders of formal, walled garden areas.

A bed of wild garlic in flower under trees on a steep bank at Prior Park.

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The landscape garden at Prior Park

There are all sorts of architecture and wildlife to be discovered at Prior Park, from bridges to a restored Edwardian summerhouse and kingfishers around the lakes.

A large tree with yellowing autumn leaves, next to a pyramid-shaped den made of branches leaned against each other

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The garden at Fyne Court

Fyne Court is a haven for wildlife in spring, with clues to its past life as an Arcadian garden. You can also explore the Quantock Hills, with enjoyable walks and captivating views.