The Newt’s horticultural black book

• The overall design was by French restoration architect Patrice Taravella (www.vignamaggio.com)

• The ironwork throughout the gardens was completed by both a local ironmonger and Ironart of Bath (www. ironart.co.uk)

• The Victorian-style glasshouse was made by Serres et Ferroneries d’antan, France (www.serresdantan.com)

• The new barns and buildings, shop and Cyder area were designed by the estate manager Paul Rawson, who is also an architect

• The boardwalk was created by Paul Rawson, working in house with landscape architect Katie Lewis

• Water cascade and trick fountains are from Waterscapes, Wincanton, Somerset (www.waterscapeslimited.com)

• Dry-stone walling was by local specialist Tom Trouton (01747 840447; www.tomtrouton.co.uk)

• Landscape construction, including the walled garden, was by specialists LDC Ltd, of Guildford, Surrey (www. ldclandscape.co.uk)

from scratch is an extraordinary achievement—and one that’s driven with passion and, mostly importantly, the long view. The Newt in Somerset, Bruton, Somerset. In partnership with GWR, The Newt has arranged a day return trip from London Paddington to The Newt, including firstclass, same-day rail travel, breakfast and light supper on the train, transfers to and from The Newt, guided tours of the gardens, lunch in the Garden Café and cider tastings. Available until October 27, £285pp. Telephone 01963 577777 or visit www.thenewtinsomerset.com