Visiting as a Group
Discover the best of our Somerset estate with a group booking for eight or more guests. From private garden tours and cyder tastings to seasonal dining and bespoke experiences, enjoy a day of discovery, history and glorious gardens, thoughtfully tailored to your group, with no membership required.
Tailored Tours
Tailor your day to suit the group with exclusive tours across every element of our Somerset estate. Enjoy a veritable feast for the senses on a Garden or Woodland Tour.
Learn about the art of Somerset cyder making and try a tipple in our Cyder Cellar. Journey back in time to our archaeology museum and reconstruction of a Roman Villa at dusk or take in the beauty of the garden before the estate awakes.
Plot-to-Plate Dining
From Cyder Bar picnics in the garden to the full three courses at the Garden Café, choose your estate dining experience to fuel your day exploring the estate and its exhibits.
All our eateries are linked in their culinary approach: celebrating the best of farm fresh fare, lovingly prepared by talented chefs.
Planning a group outing this festive season? Seasonal menus bring friends, family and colleagues together around the table, from relaxed daytime Christmas lunches to generous festive feasts after hours.
Bringing a Crowd
For more than 30 guests, our Events Team can create a bespoke itinerary for your group, combining tours, transport and experiences, subject to availability on your date.
The Great Garden Escape
Our Great Garden Escape is a truly unique day out for city dwellers keen to soak in the earthly delights of the Somerset countryside. Groups are whisked from London Paddington to The Newt and back in a day, via First Class train, with breakfast and afternoon tea onboard.
In between, experience the beauty and bounty of the gardens – with a guided tour, a cyder tasting, time to explore, and a veg-led lunch in the Garden Café.
Email or call us on escape@thenewtinsomerset.com/ 01963 577777 for any questions on group bookings.
FAQ's about Group Bookings
No. For groups of 8 or more, Membership is not required. You can simply buy Guest Day Passes. Please contact our team to arrange this. Advance booking is required.
If your group is 8 or more, our Guest Day passes are £25. Additional tours and experiences can be booked at an extra charge. Please make your group booking with our team.
Absolutely. Every group visit can be tailored to suit your interests, combining private tours, dining experiences and time to explore the estate.
We welcome groups of 8 to 30 guests. Many of our private tours are designed for up to 15 people, and larger groups can be split across multiple tours.
Most groups spend between four and six hours at The Newt, depending on the experiences they choose. Our team can help create an itinerary that includes tours, dining and free time to explore the gardens and estate.
Yes. Choose from seasonal lunches in the Garden Café, outdoor BBQ experiences, or picnic hampers, showcasing produce from the estate. Please note that we do not allow groups to bring their own food onto the estate.
Yes. Coach groups are welcome, and parking is available on the estate. Our team will provide arrival information and help ensure your visit runs smoothly from the moment you arrive.
We recommend booking as early as possible, particularly during spring, summer and peak gardening seasons. Our team will always do their best to accommodate enquiries, subject to availability.
We recommend comfortable footwear and clothing suitable for the weather, as many of our experiences take place outdoors. The estate can include uneven paths and varied terrain, so practical footwear is advised.
Absolutely. We are happy to accommodate dietary requirements and allergies with advance notice to ensure every guest enjoys their visit.
Many areas of the estate are accessible, although some routes include uneven paths and gradients. Please let us know your group's requirements when booking, and we'll recommend the most suitable experiences.
Yes. Estate admission allows you to continue exploring for the whole day, giving you time to visit the gardens, exhibitions, shops and cafés at your leisure.