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Heathercombe

Enjoy our daffodils, extensive bluebells, large collection of colourful rhododendrons, azaleas and many unusual specimen trees and shrubs, wildflower meadow and cottage garden with a leisurely stroll beside streams and ponds and through woodland, ‘parkland’, gardens and orchard, with many benches and summerhouses where you can sit and enjoy the tranquillity of Heathercombe’s natural setting.

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About Heathercombe

Heathercombe is a tranquil, secluded valley through which streams tumble down from Hameldown – through woods, ponds & a beautiful lake. Ideal for a peaceful walk (and dogs on leads are welcome) along up to two miles of mainly level sandy paths, with time to pause on some of the many benches and summer houses to take in the sights, sounds and scents of Heathercombe’s natural environment and garden features. Self service teas and coffees are available and visitors are welcome to bring picnics. There is disabled car parking close to the disabled toilet and tea room.

There are 30 acres of spring and summer interest – and much recent planting. At the end of March and early April spring arrives in Heathercombe with drifts of daffodils. From mid-May to early June the valley is adorned with carpets of bluebells and large displays of rhododendrons, azaleas and pieris, as well as camellias, magnolias and other shrubs. Later in June the garden of the Dartmoor longhouse and the wild flower meadow in the orchard of Westcountry apple trees come into their own. In addition, there is an arboretum of interesting and unusual specimen trees, bog and fern gardens, a developing woodland garden of shrubs and flowering trees and woodland walks – and numerous sculptures to enjoy.
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Website:

https://www.heathercombe.com

Heathercombe features

  • Bluebells
  • Daffodils
  • Dog friendly
  • Groups Welcome
  • Historical Garden
  • Picnics
  • Refreshments
  • Tours Welcome
  • Wheelchair access
  • Wildlife Garden

Location details

Heathercombe,
nr Bovey Tracey,
Devon,
TQ13 9XE

Directions to Heathercombe
From Bovey Tracey take scenic B3387 to Haytor/Widecombe. 1.7m past Haytor Rocks (before Widecombe Hill) turn R to Hound Tor & Manaton. 1.4m past Hound Tor turn L at Heatree Cross to Heathercombe.

Heathercombe openings

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:30-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:30-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:30-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:30-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:30-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:30-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:30-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:30-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:30-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:30-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:30-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:30-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:30-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:30-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:30-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:30-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Self service tea & coffee. Do bring a picnic. Please pay for your tickets in advance where possible via www.ngs.org.uk.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-17:30

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from 25 March to October.

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

Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • Disabled reserved parking close to tea room & WC.
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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 Heathercombe at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at  Heathercombe. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Yes, one or more routes at Heathercombe are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Heathercombe 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.