Lytes Cary Manor, Somerton, Somerset

Intimate manor house with walled gardens and estate.

• Charming medieval manor house with 14th century chapel
• Wonderful formal garden with topiary and statues
• Waymarked river walk and children's trail

The Great Hall, dating from the 15th century, with its Tudor stained glass and big oak Tudor table, was used as a cider cellar when the house fell into disrepair. In 1907, the manor was bought by Sir Walter Jenner who rescued it from dereliction. The interiors were refurnished in period style.

The main approach to the garden is dominated by the Twelve Apostles – stunning clipped domes of yew. The border along the South Front is stocked with species of plants cultivated when Henry Lyte published his translation of ‘Niewe Herball’ in 1578.