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Last update: December 2025

The stunning Hestercombe House and Gardens, outside Taunton, Somerset, are home to The Stables Hospitality and offer an unforgettable wedding venue for the big day. The pristine property provides an enchanting and elegant backdrop to tie the knot and celebrate love surrounded by spectacular scenery and architecture. Nestled in the idyllic countryside, Hestercombe is ideal for breathtaking photo opportunities and radiates with refinement and history. The exquisite estate is listed Grade I on the English Heritage Register of Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in England. The historic country house is a Grade II-listed building.

Facilities and capacity

When couples choose The Stables Hospitality and Hestercombe House and Gardens for their big day, they’ll get access to a uniquely beautiful 50-acre estate. With a capacity of 112 loved ones, the venue can welcome intimate gatherings and more significant get-togethers. The grounds are resplendent with lush lawns, fantastic florals, charming cascades, picture-perfect pathways, and more. For the ceremony, nearlyweds can avail themselves of The Orangery is a Hamstone building designed by the renowned Sir Edward Luytens. The building bathes in glorious natural light thanks to ample windows and offers captivating views across the estate, making it an ideal location to say “I do.” The high-ceilinged and elegant Bampfylde Hall is a red-bricked structure built in 1680 with striking timber beams, and is the perfect party space to celebrate the magical event.

Services offered

To help ensure a truly memorable marriage experience, The Stables Hospitality at Hestercombe House and Gardens team can curate a package containing all the necessary top-quality services. The talented culinary team will concoct a mouthwatering menu full of delicious options ranging from exquisite canapés and sumptuous starters to magnificent mains and delectable desserts. The experienced bar staff will serve tasty beverages, including beers, wines, spirits, and spritzes. Moreover, a dedicated wedding coordinator is on hand to oversee the finer details and allow the spouses-to-be to concentrate on what matters and enjoy the magical moments hassle-free.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Historic
Woodland and festival
Barn
Outdoor license

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Corkage option
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities

Venue staff assistance:

Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Changing room for wedding guests
Pet-friendly
Orangery on site
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Reviews for The Stables Hospitality @Hestercombe

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Ryan Sent on 30/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend

Our wedding was originally booked with Hestercombe directly and then got transferred to the Stables Hospitality team and we are extremely relieved that it was. Courtney immediately put us at ease and was easy to communicate with. The team were very accommodating and really made every effort to make our day special (including organising for the very heavy citrus trees to be moved inside the orangery specially for us).

They worked closely with us to create the menu that we wanted and everybody was very happy with the quality of the food on the day (a huge relief to us considering our day was fully vegan). Despite our wedding day falling on what was the hottest day of the year, everything went according to plan and we were all well looked after.

I would highly recommend the team at Stables Hospitality and Hestercombe is a wonderful venue to get married.
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Louise Sent on 10/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best day of our lives

We held our wedding at Hestercombe, hosted by the amazing Stables team. All I can say is our day was 100% perfect start to finish - Courtney has been fabulous throughout and no request was ever an issue. We felt like we really got to make the day our own and all our guests had nothing but praise for the service, food, and flow of the day. The wedding breakfast was above and beyond your typical bland wedding food, we are so impressed at the quality being produced on such a large scale. Small touches and behind the scenes seamlessness are what made the day. We would 100% recommend.
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Olivia Sent on 02/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic service, diverse venue

We had an incredible wedding reception at Hestercombe, following a church ceremony.
While planning, our wedding coordinator Julie was brilliant: always quick to respond, helpful, and experienced. Also, very reassuring during the stress of wedding planning!
All food and drinks were delicious, with vegan and meat options.
Everything was carried out seamlessly on the day thanks to Julie, the manager Dave and all staff. Hestercombe gardens and the venues are all stunning, and really characterful.
We had a lot of kids at our wedding. There was plenty of space for kids to play, and still be seen by parents, meaning everyone had a brilliant time. Also, very flexible for the evening. Room for DJ hire dancing, and great indoor and outdoor evening space for drinks and chatting, so guests could enjoy the best of both.
A really diverse, fun, wedding venue with a great team. Couldn't recommend more highly!
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Sophie Sent on 02/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Sophie Prior

Hestercombe was the perfect choice for our wedding, the setting, food and staff were all impeccable. We couldn’t put into words how amazing our day was, and Julie and the team were phenomenal.
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Smophh Sent on 02/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The most amazing experience - even with a changed date!

We hired Hestercome gardens for our wedding in June 2022. Unfortunately we had to move the date due to physical health concerns so we ended up getting married in October 2022. I cannot even begin to thank Julie and the others on not only changing the date, but how the date went as well. The whole day was out of this world and we did not even have to do anything, the day went smoothly! Thank you all so much, it really did make our day.
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Sunnypurplediamonds82126 Sent on 02/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

An incredible wedding venue

From start to finish Hestercombe were the perfect wedding venue for us.

Nothing was too big or too small. It rained on the day, so the drinks reception was moved to Hesterconbe House, but when the sun came out we went straight outside and the staff were easy with everything.

The venue for photos, guests, and having multiple spaces for the day was brilliant. I would highly recommend the venue to all couples.
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Katie Sent on 02/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

It was the most perfect day!

Hestercombe was the most perfect venue for us. We are on cloud nine and genuinely couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day.
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Jo Sent on 02/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Everything exceeded our expectations

We would like to thank you and all the team at Hestercombe for making our wedding day absolutely amazing! Everything exceeded our expectations. The location, the food, the seamless organisation and helpfulness of the staff.
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Kym Sent on 02/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you to the whole team

A big thank you to you all at Hestercombe for making our day run so smoothly. An extra special thank you to Dave (Catering manager) who was absolutely brilliant and helped the day be as perfect as it could be.
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Gerard Sent on 02/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

All the team get 100 per cent for effort

A few months have gone by and we have had time to reflect on our wedding day.

We wanted to say thank you for all you did to make our wedding such a brilliant occasion.

All the effort from your team meant that things ran smoothly and we could enjoy our day.
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Mike Sent on 02/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

All of our guests loved the delicious food

To Caroline, Joe and the Hestercombe staff.
Thank you all so much for all of your hard work – our wedding day ran seamlessly and nothing was ever too much trouble for the staff.

We had the most amazing wedding day and couldn’t have asked for more! All of our guests also loved Hestercombe and all of the delicious food.
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Poppy Sent on 02/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

An incredible day with many happy memories made

Thank you so much for everything that you did for our wedding.
Throughout the whole process you have been amazing and we can’t thank you enough for everything you have done. I can’t believe it is all over, we both wish we could do it all again!
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Sophia Sent on 02/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

We loved the day and the food was ace!

Thank you for such a fab time, we really loved it and everything on our wedding day ran like clockwork. You accommodated all of my off-the-wall requests… mariachi band, rounders match and allll the balloons!
The food was ace and we were impressed how well the vegans were catered for.
Thanks again
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Becky Sent on 02/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible wedding venue

We change our wedding venue to Hestercombe and couldn’t be more pleased we did.
Julie was on hand at every step. She really cared about what we wanted but also is really experienced in what they do and offered advice which was spot on. We were more than reassured beforehand and in particular the day before knowing torrential rain was coming for our wedding day; they ensured literally all hands were on deck to ensure plans went ahead.
The staff on the day in particular Richard and Joe were incredible. Everything ran like clockwork, it was so professional and everyone did everything we asked as well as keeping us informed.
A perfect day. We only came across Hestercombe by chance, but the venue is truly breath taking. I wouldn’t wish to have had our wedding anywhere else.
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Richard Sent on 02/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning Wedding Venue

I cannot recommend Hestercombe Gardens enough!

My wife and I got married on Saturday 2nd June and it was an incredible day. We received so many compliments about the venue, the food and the service, and everyone involved from Hestercombe was superb. They went out of their way to ensure it all went perfectly and they kept us constantly informed throughout the day.

Caroline and her team were tremendous on the day and Julie was excellent in helping us plan it in advance.

Thank you to everyone at Hestercombe for a day we will not forget and if you are thinking of booking your wedding there, don't think twice!
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Meet the team

Courtney  Reece
Courtney Reece
Director

Hello I'm Courtney, I’ve always believed that a great wedding experience starts with a great team. My role is to empower our coordinators and specialists, offer guidance, and make sure they feel confident and supported as they work with couples throughout their journey. I’m deeply proud of the passion, creativity, and dedication they bring to every interaction.

I also love being connected to the couples we serve, even indirectly. Hearing their stories, seeing their plans come to life, and knowing our team has played a part in their memories is incredibly rewarding. My focus is on creating a warm, organised, and uplifting environment where both our staff and our couples feel valued.

David Clarke
David Clarke
Director

Hi, I’m David! I’m passionate about delivering exceptional hospitality and creating experiences that leave a lasting impression. I focus on supporting our team, ensuring everything runs smoothly, and making sure every guest feels welcomed and well looked after.

Olivia Corrick
Olivia Corrick
Weddings, Events and Marketing Coordinator

Hello, I’m Olivia, Weddings, Events & Marketing Coordinator at The Stables Hospitality at Hestercombe. I feel incredibly lucky to work in such a beautiful place where every wedding becomes its own story. What I love most about my role is getting to know each couple, understanding what makes your relationship unique, and helping you shape a day that truly reflects who you are.

The Stables and the wider Hestercombe estate offer the perfect blank canvas for your ideas. Whether your vision is rustic, romantic, elegant, colourful or completely outside the box, I love bringing those ideas to life and turning them into something unforgettable. From the first enquiry to the final moment of your celebration, I’m here to support you every step of the way, making the planning journey feel relaxed, enjoyable and personal.

Your wedding should feel like you, and it’s a privilege to help create a day that celebrates your story in the most meaningful way. I can’t wait to meet you and start imagining your perfect day together at The Stables Hospitality at Hestercombe.

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Hestercombe Gardens TA2 8LG Taunton (Somerset)
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