Welcome to the Newt in Somerset
Our working estate in Somerset has acres of splendid gardens, woodland, farmland and cyder orchards to explore. Stay a night or two—or become a member and see the landscape change throughout the year.
An Award-Winning Stay
We are delighted to announce that we have been named Southwest England’s Hotel of the Year 2025 by The Sunday Times & The Times – a list of 100 UK hotels delivering excellence in design, facilities, value, dining and service. This award is testament to the land that inspires us and the team that brings it to life.
At the heart of the estate, surrounded by gardens and farmland, is Hadspen. A traditional limestone house built in the 17th century and remodelled in Georgian times. Today we off-set its restrained beauty with playful design set across 23 bedrooms, The Botanical Rooms restaurant, drawing rooms and bar.
Just beyond the cyder orchards, half a mile from Hadspen as the crow flies, is the Farmyard, the former dairy of the estate. Home to 17 rooms, a pool, bar, snug and all-day kitchen - grab a bike or book a buggy and pootle over to the estate gardens or spa at Hadspen.
Become A Member
Our membership is open to everyone and provides unlimited access for 12 months, allowing you to explore the gardens, woodland and exhibitions throughout the year. You can visit our partner gardens and will receive exclusive offers from our online store. We welcome families and delight in the sound of children in the garden, and those with accessibility issues will find highlighted routes around the grounds.
Great Garden Escape
Don't miss the train... Run away and experience all things Somerset. Once again, we will be embarking on a First Class adventure, whisking you from London Paddington to the heart of the West Country. Explore picturesque gardens and ancient woodland, discover the art of cyder making and enjoy the finest fare plucked from the soil beneath your feet. Finally relax back into your seat and savour the perfect afternoon tea, as the miles fly by and we return you to the city.
Workshops & Events
See. Hear. Smell. Taste. Feel. Exercise your senses, learn new skills, indulge new passions, explore new experiences, and gain new knowledge. Our seasonal programme of workshops is led by our expert team of specialists. We cover a diverse range of subjects from horticulture and ecology, heritage crafts and Dawn Walks, food and floriculture, cyder-making and mushroom foraying, and more. Book now and grow with us.
Book A Table
At our working country estate, food is the edible thread that ties all our endeavours together. From our gardens and farm to our fields and orchards, everything we produce is rooted in the Somerset landscape. Our restaurants showcase fresh, seasonal fare, lovingly prepared by our talented chefs.
The Creamery
Return to the Golden Age of travel at The Creamery, our new dairy and station cafe serving hearty British food within a complex of restored and reimagined Edwardian buildings.
As we venture outside the bounds of The Newt in Somerset gardens for first time, we look forward to welcoming locals and travellers to our latest addition. We are a dog friendly eatery so please bring your well behaved best friend along.
Sister Estates
Our Sister Estates in the United Kingdom, Italy, the Netherlands and South Africa are grounded in a sense of place and history; sharing our philosophy of celebrating natural beauty, farm-to-table living, and immersive guest experiences.
A Room with a View
The Newt in Somerset has a view for every occasion, enquire now to book your perfect private event.
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Stay a little longer and enjoy all The Newt has to offer.
