Court House

The Court House in Somerset is a Grade I listed manor with rich history, stunning architecture, and remarkable gardens. Whether exploring its heritage or tranquil grounds, it offers a charming experience for history and garden lovers.
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A Historic Manor on the Somerset Coast

Set beneath the Quantock Hills, The Court House in East Quantoxhead is a remarkable Grade I listed manor house with a story spanning nearly a thousand years. Combining a medieval tower, 17th-century additions, and later 20th-century restoration, it reflects the enduring legacy of the Luttrell family, who have owned the estate since around 1070.

A Manor Steeped in History

The estate retains its medieval tower, dating to around 1400, while the main house was largely rebuilt in the 1620s by George Luttrell and Silvestra Capps. For much of its history, it served as a farmhouse, before being reclaimed by the family in the 20th century. Inside, visitors will find a hall, gallery, and a large kitchen, with notable plasterwork friezes that speak of its past.

Gardens with a Coastal Spirit

Surrounding the house are five acres of gardens and three acres of woodland, developed in the 1950s by Sir Walter and Lady Luttrell. Without a historic garden layout to restrict their vision, they created a haven of rare and tender trees, herbaceous borders, and southern hemisphere plants that thrive in the mild coastal climate. The Church Walk borders burst with colour throughout the seasons, particularly in late summer, while the gardens open to wide sea views framed by the Quantock Hills.

The Allers – A Woodland Garden of Discovery

One of the estate’s most beloved features is The Allers, a woodland garden planted over a spring-fed peat sink. Here, under the shade of mature poplars, camellias, rhododendrons, magnolias, and pale hydrangeas flourish in conditions reminiscent of a Cornish valley garden. Winding paths lead visitors through this tranquil retreat, offering bursts of seasonal interest from spring to late summer.

A Place of Heritage and Tranquillity

Whether you are drawn by its history, its remarkable gardens, or its peaceful setting, The Court House offers a heritage experience rich in character and charm, a perfect stop for lovers of history, horticulture, and English country life.

1 Jan 2025 – 31 Dec 2025

Garden tours for groups can be made by arrangement. Please call the Estate Office to discuss.

Accessibility

  • Accessible to Wheelchair Users – Gravel, stone and some mown grass paths.

Catering

  • Refreshments Available

Establishment Features

  • Dogs Accepted
  • Shop – Plants for sale

Payment Methods

  • Groups Accepted
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