Forde Abbey

This 900-year old former monastery, now a stately home which warmly welcomes visitors, is surrounded by 30 acres of award-winning gardens containing England’s highest-powered fountain. Café with home-made food, Gift shop, Specialist Plant Nursery, Pottery. Gardens open Mar-Oct daily 10am-5.00pm; Wed-Sun in Nov, Dec & Feb. House is open Apr-Oct Tues-Fri, Sun & Bank Holidays 12noon-4pm. Group rates for 15+.