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Abbey Farm

A country house garden and wider historic landscape setting the scene for the Cluniac Priory gatehouse. Old ham stone walls together with a strong green structure gently restrain the exuberant planting. Towards the top of the garden a small arboretum has been planted with a view looking down on the ancient pastures.

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Abbey Farm
Abbey Farm
Abbey Farm
Abbey Farm
Abbey Farm
Abbey Farm
Abbey Farm
Abbey Farm
Abbey Farm
Abbey Farm
Abbey Farm
Abbey Farm
Abbey Farm
Abbey Farm
Abbey Farm
Abbey Farm
Abbey Farm
Abbey Farm

About Abbey Farm

The garden was started in 1963, when few trees were planted – mulberry, walnut and monkey puzzle. Gradually, over the years the garden has extended and the whole 2 1/2 acres are now under cultivation. Each area is complete in itself; in front of the house there are lawns and borders and the large walnut tree, which was grown from a nut from their great grandfather’s tree. This leads via the pool area to the mulberry tree and a small wild-life pond, hydrangeas, roses, standard wisteria and a pergola with clematis and roses. The next tier contains a gravel garden, monkey puzzle tree and newly arranged white garden. The last area is a wilder one as it merges with the farmland beyond where visitors may see our small herd of Red Devon cattle grazing.There is a small collection of trees and many interesting plants which enjoy the sandy soil. In the last few years a kitchen garden has been created as well as the herb garden in the courtyard near the house. The newly planted pleached crab apples provide a colourful hedge on stilts. This new structure is being continued with balls of hornbeam running up through the garden

A restored dovecote is open to view on visiting days.

Abbey Farm features

Location details

Abbey Farm,
Montacute,
Somerset,
TA15 6UA

Directions to Abbey Farm
Follow A3088, take slip rd to Montacute, turn L at T-junction into village. Turn R between church & King's Arms (no through rd).

Abbey Farm openings

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from 2 June to June for groups of between 15 and 30.

Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.

Refreshments Home-made teas. Details on request.
Admission Adult: £9.00
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • Gravel area and one steep slope.
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FAQs

Payment is by cash only. Please get in touch with the owners for more details.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Abbey Farm at this time.

Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Abbey Farm, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Sorry, Abbey Farm does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. Abbey Farm seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.