Your visit to this historic manor house in Somerset, set within the iconic East Lambrook Manor Garden, lets you step directly into 600 years of history. The building began life as a medieval hall house, yet Tudor owners transformed it dramatically. They added real fireplaces, introduced a fine oak‑panelled parlour, and reshaped the interior for comfort and status. As you wander through the primary rooms, you will see this distinctive blend of medieval structure and Tudor refinement. Although the house is modest in scale, most visitors respond warmly to its relatable proportions. It remains a true family home, and its social history is woven tightly into the life and economy of the local community.
Over the centuries, the manor has witnessed baronial conflicts, ecclesiastical ownership by the Dean and Chapter of Bath and Wells, and—later—its Victorian chapter as a working farmhouse with extensive outbuildings. It even served as the village post office and bakery, and local stories still speak of ghostly piano music drifting through the rooms. In the 1930s, Walter and Margery Fish purchased the near‑derelict house and gradually restored it to a comfortable family home. Today, its Grade II* listing recognises the manor’s national importance and places it among the top 8% of listed buildings.
Guided Tours
Guided tours are available by appointment. During your visit, we share the manor’s most compelling stories and invite you to explore the original hall, parlour, solar, and buttery/pantry. These rooms retain their medieval character, while also revealing Tudor updates and later domestic comforts. Now the lived‑in home of the garden’s owners, the manor offers an intimate 30‑minute tour experience. To arrange your visit, contact Andrew@eastlambrook
Original Details
Tudor Paneling
Wisteria shrouded doors