A Day of Music, Celebration and Magical Gardens at Belcombe Court
A magical summer’s afternoon in this magnificent estate, rarely open to the public…
"It was a truly memorable day. Huge gratitude to the hosts for making their property available. And who also wandered through the grounds enjoying the performances which added to the easy informality to what was intrinsically a truly sophisticated programme."
"Wonderful music, beautiful surroundings and perfect weather. Couldn't have been better. It was great to relax with a picnic and to wander around exploring."
"Such a relaxed atmosphere, with many options to be entertained. I wandered through the gardens, discovered the shell-lined garden retreat, pondered over the stalls, walked through the picture-perfect meadow and listened in delight to two live opera performances... Food was plentiful and tea ever flowing!"
"The organisation was faultless, the setting magical, the performances were marvellous all of which combined to give us visitors a wonderful day. Long may such events flourish and continue."
"Everything - it was sublime perfection that brought me to the brink of tears (and I only give praise when it's genuinely deserved and I'm not normally a gusher!) The parking was easy and convenient, the weather perfect, the gardens were at a peak of loveliness (especially the roses), the setting is unparalleled, the music was delightful, the food was delicious... Thank you and well done."
Thank you to everyone who joined us, it was a real pleasure to welcome so many visitors and we loved meeting so many of you throughout the afternoon.
This event welcomed ticket holders to a unique and rare opportunity to spend an afternoon in the private grounds of Belcombe Court, winner of the Historic Houses Garden of the Year Award (Judges’ Choice 2024).
In celebration of our 30th anniversary, we returned to Belcombe Court – our home for five memorable seasons – as the owners generously opened the grounds to their spectacular estate for a special gathering of music, gardens and celebration. The exquisite landscaped gardens at Belcombe are registered by English Heritage as being of special historic interest, blending restored eighteenth-century features with sensitive contemporary additions.
Guests relaxed on the lawns with afternoon tea from the café, enjoyed food from the barbecue and browsed artisan market stalls. Throughout the afternoon, musical interludes by member of the 2026 If Opera ensemble, Bute Voices and the Bristol Ensemble appeared inviting visitors to pause, listen and discover artists and performances in the most unexpected of settings.
Photography by Adam GaultBelcombe Court, Belcombe Road, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 1LZ
Parking opposite the venue is limited, will be available on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be guaranteed. Wherever possible, we urge you to use public transport or car share to reduce the traffic pressure on this historic town.
There are good rail and bus links to Bradford on Avon and Belcombe Court is a short, 15-minute walk from the centre of the town.
Our suggested walking route, starting from Bradford on Avon railway station can be viewed here.
No dogs except for assistance dogs.