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The Manor

Hidden and unexpected large walled garden in town centre around seventeenth-century manor house. Developed by the current owners over the last 25 yrs. Yew hedges provide good structure and divide the garden into distinct areas. Formal pond garden. Vegetable garden with box edging. Orchard. Tiny 'lockdown' garden created in 2020.

Owner Info

  • Anna Hughes
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About The Manor

Hidden and unexpected large walled garden in town centre around seventeenth-century manor house. Developed by the current owners over the last 25 yrs. Yew hedges provide good structure and divide the garden into distinct areas. Formal pond garden. Vegetable garden with box edging. Orchard. Tiny 'lockdown' garden created in 2020.

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Location details

The Manor,
Wincanton,
Somerset,
BA9 9DL

Directions to The Manor
On the R of South St on the one-way system in central Wincanton, opp Our Lady's Primary School. Parking on the High St or in the Memorial Hall car park. The garden is also known as 'The Dogs'.

The Manor openings

This garden has now completed its National Garden Scheme openings for this year.

Accessibility

  • A small number of parking places by the house for disabled use. Wheelchair access is available to the main upper part of the garden.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at The Manor at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at The Manor. 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 The Manor are accessible to wheelchair users.

The Manor is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.