National Trust - Barrington Court - Ilminster

Barrington Court is a historical landmark and tourist attraction located at the address Ilminster TA19 0NQ, United Kingdom. This magnificent Tudor mansion house, with its beautiful gardens, is managed by the National Trust. Visitors can explore the house, tour the gardens, and visit on-site services including artisan craft shops and a second-hand book shop. The property also offers a wheelchair-accessible car park and entrance.

Features

• Historical landmark
• Tourist attraction
• On-site services
• Wheelchair-accessible car park
• Wheelchair-accessible entrance
• Good for kids

Recommendations

Many visitors appreciate the beautiful gardens and intriguing history of Barrington Court. The artisan craft shops and second-hand book shop are also popular. While the café menu may have limited options, guests often enjoy the coffee and sandwiches.

Contact

To learn more about Barrington Court or plan your visit, call the staff at 1460241938 or visit the National Trust website for more information: nationaltrust.org.uk.

👍 Reviews of National Trust - Barrington Court

David J.

4/5

Some beautiful gardens and an interesting story behind the houses. Some nice artisan craft shops and a second hand book shop. The cafe was a little disappointing, not a great selection of food. When we were there there was no hot food at all apart from one sausage roll. Coffee was good and we settled for a sandwich.

Sarah M.

5/5

On arrival there were lots of spaces to park and a lovely man taking people to the entrance if needed! I opted to walk and it wasn't too far. Greeted by a lovely lady who explained where to go. Unfortunately the main house is closed for renovations but it was a great visit nonetheless. Lots to see and lovely little activities for the children. Served very quickly in the cafe and it was their lunch time rush. Lovely coffee. The NT shop is hidden away around the back but again it's a good sized shop. Definitely be back when the main house opens.

Lisa D.

5/5

Yesterday visited National Trust Barrington, even though the main manor house is closed due to repairs to roof. It was still lovely to see it. Stone house was a more updated home. The grounds was lovely. But would have loved to see inside the main home. Member of staff who gave us a lift down on the buggy was very helpful and knowledgeable.

P_Addler

5/5

Barrington court is made of two houses set in an idyllic area of Somerset. There is ample parking just a short walk from the entrance as well as Disable parking which is closer to the gardens and houses. I listened to the history of the houses with a lady at 11:30. she knew a lot about the buildings, their history and showed us the famous staircase from #wolfhall. The gardens are beautiful. I especially liked the White garden. You will also discover what a ha ha is. I enjoyed tea at the…. Most of the young people working there say #SconeAsInGone but not Marcus, though he was nice enough to carry my cream tea outside for me. There are also several local craftsmen that produce the most wonderful artisanal crafts. I left with a ring by Georgetge Silversmith, a bowl by Paul Jessop the potter and some beautiful wood carved cheese block doorstops by Josef. I have to also mention the lovely Claire, at the shop. If the shoe fits the face I remembered the right name! A lovely place for a picnic, or a walk with the dog. I went 4 times in a week and got to explore something different each visit.

K N.

5/5

One of the nicest NT houses I've been to. Few people, large grounds, everything lovely. Unusual and interesting history too. The artisan workshops are a characterful addition.

Erin U.

3/5

It's OK. The best part are the Artist studios on site with handmade goods for sale. Unfortunately the gardens are struggling due to the heat and lack of rain. The family home and back-story was interesting. The Court is shut for repairs until further notice. The National Trust Cafe was fine, stocked with the usual. It's nice that you can lounge in the shade with the deck chairs they have.

Martin B.

5/5

This is my favorite National Trust venue and I have been here a few times and each time there is so much to see in the well maintained gardens. The main house is exciting with all its displays (when it is open) and the cafe area has changed to an open house which I found interesting on my last visit as I didn't see it as place other than somewhere to have an excellent drink and something to eat. Shock how interesting it is too. Everytime there is something new to see.

Frank

4/5

One of the smaller National Trust places. But a great place. The staff were welcoming and friendly to both us and the dogs.
The regular food delivery hadn't turned up on the day we went. So we had to have a curried cauliflower pasty. Wouldn't have been my choice. But after the lady convinced me, that it wouldn't kill me, cause she feeds them to her husband and he survives. We bought it and it was really good.
Then we went via the footpath into the village and to the Barrington Boar pub. Also great.
So all in all it was a good day out