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Parracombe Gardens

Set in the historic Exmoor village of Parracombe, with its Norman motte & bailey castle and St Petrock’s, an ancient Grade l listed C12 church (guided tours available). Church Cottage has informal cottage style beds, a large vegetable/cut flower area and an orchard. Laurel House is a small gem of a garden, packed with successional planting and landscape features. Littleclose has a terraced garden, roses, an orchard and a lovely view of the motte & bailey castle. Park View's small secret garden is planted with herbaceous perennials and bulbs and a pond encourages wildlife. South Hill House has a walled front garden and a cobbled courtyard leading to the rear garden, with its herbaceous borders and mature trees, set beside the river Heddon. Parracombe village primary school will showcase flowers and vegetables grown by the pupils. Teas/light lunches and WC at Pavilion Community Stores and Café. Lunches available at the Fox & Goose (booking advised 01598 763239).

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Parracombe Gardens

About Parracombe Gardens

Set in the historic Exmoor village of Parracombe, with its Norman motte & bailey castle and St Petrock’s, an ancient Grade l listed C12 church (guided tours available). Church Cottage has informal cottage style beds, a large vegetable/cut flower area and an orchard. Laurel House is a small gem of a garden, packed with successional planting and landscape features. Littleclose has a terraced garden, roses, an orchard and a lovely view of the motte & bailey castle. Park View's small secret garden is planted with herbaceous perennials and bulbs and a pond encourages wildlife. South Hill House has a walled front garden and a cobbled courtyard leading to the rear garden, with its herbaceous borders and mature trees, set beside the river Heddon. Parracombe village primary school will showcase flowers and vegetables grown by the pupils. Teas/light lunches and WC at Pavilion Community Stores and Café. Lunches available at the Fox & Goose (booking advised 01598 763239).

Parracombe Gardens features

Location details

Parracombe Gardens,
Parracombe,
Devon,
EX31 4QL

Directions to Parracombe Gardens
Off A39 between Blackmore Gate & Lynton. Follow signs for car parking. Card payments taken at the Pavilion Stores & Cafe, cash only at gardens.

Parracombe Gardens openings

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Refreshments & plants in aid of Parracombe Community Trust.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 12:00-17:00

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake in the Pavilion Stores & Café. Refreshments & plants in aid of Parracombe Community Trust.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 12:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • Regret not suitable for wheelchairs.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Parracombe Gardens at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Parracombe Gardens. 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.

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

Sorry, Parracombe Gardens does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. Parracombe Gardens 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.