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Pennard House

Two delightful separate gardens, both with extensive lawns, mature trees, rose beds, rustic topiary, a Victorian spring fed swimming pool and ponds. Garden layout dates from 1835 when the Napier family enlarged the main house and acquired the house next door. Next door, Pennard Plants, will also open for plant purchasing. On offer is a selection of edible plants, fruit trees, herbs and seeds.

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About Pennard House

Pennard House has two delightful separate gardens, divided by a lane. Both have extensive sweeping lawns with mature trees, formal rose beds, rustic topiary and a Victorian spring fed swimming pool with three further ponds. The layout of the garden’s dates from 1835 when the Napier family greatly enlarged the main house and purchased the house next door. Also open is the beautiful restored barn now used for private functions. Tea will be served from the garden room overlooking the sweeping back lawn.
Pennard Plants, a specialised nursery not normally open to the public will also open for plant purchasing to compliment the garden opening. On offer is a large selection of edible plants, fruit trees, herbs and heritage seeds.

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Pennard House features

Location details

Pennard House,
Shepton Mallet,
Somerset,
BA4 6TP

Directions to Pennard House
1m W of A37 Turn R at the top of the hill, or L if coming from the south.

Pennard House 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 Light lunches, teas, coffee & cakes.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 12:00-17:00

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from May to September for groups of between 10 and 30.

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

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake.
Admission Adult: £8.00
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • The gardens are on a slope, but accessible with assistance.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Yes, coaches are accepted at Pennard House. Please get in touch with the owners for details.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Pennard House. 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 Pennard House, please enquire with the owners for more details.

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

Yes. Pennard House 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.