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Vivary Park
4.5
460 reviews
#5 of 60 things to do in Taunton
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Monday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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  • JJ Brown
    Coventry, United Kingdom91 contributions
    Lovely stop off for a walk
    We enjoyed walking the well-maintained and planted gardens, and had a round of cheaply priced crazy golf too. The crazy golf course could do with a spot of drainage improvement, but it's a great course. A hidden gem.
    Visited October 2020
    Written November 14, 2020
  • Rob R
    Tredegar, United Kingdom1,372 contributions
    Nice visit to a park I knew nothing about
    Stumbled upon the park after walking around Taunton on a quick afternoon visit. The park is very well kept with plenty of seating and an ideal place for a picnic weather permitting. There is also enough to keep you interested for a short visit. Centrally situated next to the town.
    Visited July 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written August 1, 2023
  • Anna E
    1 contribution
    Great ropes course
    Great high and low ropes course. For adults and kids. My 7 and 11 years old were too scared to the do the high ropes. The low course was more than enough for them. The 14 year old loved it all. We were there about an hour and a half.
    Visited August 2022
    Traveled with family
    Written August 17, 2022
  • emma h
    2 contributions
    Noel Gallagher at Vivary Park
    Noel Gallagher at Vivary Park was amazing. Well organised, loads of space, fantastic sound. Up there with my best life experience. The weather was excellent which helped as it’s completely open air. Well done Taunton. Definitely a must for all gig goers.
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written August 24, 2023
  • Tracey
    Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom170 contributions
    Cute park vibes
    A beautiful park in the middle of town. This park is we kept and lovely to walk around. There are lots of ducks and birds. Squirrels that are so tame running about. Lovely little cafe in the park. It's definitely worth a stop at. The cakes are vegan and amazing.
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written September 24, 2023
  • Tigi_Higgins
    764 contributions
    Sensory Garden a little Sad
    We visited today, particularly to see the Sensory Garden. The park overall is well kept, and granted in December wasnt looking its blooming best but I was a little disappointed with the Sensory Garden. The fountain wasnt working some of the mosaic tiles had been ripped off and it generally had a feel of a bit abandoned, which I suppose after 11 years happens but I do hope some money will be spent restoring it to good order. The rest of the park is lovely, lots of squirrels to watch playing and clearly some lovely features.
    Visited December 2020
    Written December 31, 2020
  • macedonboy
    Glasgow, United Kingdom179,494 contributions
    Fantastic Park
    Lovely green park in central Taunton and bordered by the Sherford Stream, which adds to the visual appeal of the sensory garden, fountain and bandstand in the park. The sensory garden is especially nice in the late late summer we’re experiencing. Very pleasant for walking & resting. Even though it’s late summer, the grass is very green and flowers are still blooming. Close to the north entrance is also the monumental war memorial in a well tended garden of its own.
    Visited September 2021
    Written September 15, 2021
  • Sheil59
    Taunton, United Kingdom85 contributions
    Fun n freedom
    Took the grandchildren for an afternoon walk, they enjoyed the ducks etc and discovering the larger play zone although we didn’t have enough time to go on. Beautifully kept gardens, ideal place for picnics and a good afternoons walk.
    TauntonVisitorCentre
    Thank you for your review of Vivary Park. I am pleased that you and your grandchildren spent a lovely afternoon in the park. We are always delighted to welcome youngsters and, as you said, there is plenty on offer to entertain them. I hope that you are able to visit the park again soon to do some more exploring! Thank you again for your comments.
    Written January 17, 2019
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited July 2018
    Traveled with family
    Written January 15, 2019
  • ExrepNorthLondon
    Taunton, United Kingdom54 contributions
    Afternoon stroll
    Beautiful any time of the year . Great lawns, attractive flower beds and some live entertainment . Great bandstand with live entertainment
    TauntonVisitorCentre
    Thank you for your review. Like you, we think that Vivary Park is beautiful all-year round and we are grateful to the groundsmen and women who keep it looking so. The bandstand plays host to some wonderful music during the summer months and we are looking forward to welcoming a range of live entertainment in 2019. Thank you again for your comments - we hope that you are able to visit the park again soon.
    Written November 7, 2018
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited July 2018
    Traveled solo
    Written November 6, 2018
  • duomo2
    Taunton, United Kingdom562 contributions
    High ropes!
    Love the high ropes here, the family ticket is a real bargain and the whole family gets to get the adrenaline pumping! Instructors are lovely, very helpful and encouraging. Will be returning soon!
    TauntonVisitorCentre
    Thank you for your very positive review of the Vivary Adenture Centre. Lovely to hear that you and your family enjoyed your time on the high ropes - you are braver souls than me! Pleased also to hear that you are planning a return visit. Thank you again for your comments.
    Written April 12, 2018
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited April 2018
    Traveled with family
    Written April 10, 2018
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emma h
2 contributions
Noel Gallagher at Vivary Park
Aug 2023 • Family
Noel Gallagher at Vivary Park was amazing.
Well organised, loads of space, fantastic sound.
Up there with my best life experience.
The weather was excellent which helped as it’s completely open air.

Well done Taunton.
Definitely a must for all gig goers.
Written August 25, 2023
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Tracey
Newcastle-under-Lyme, UK170 contributions
Cute park vibes
Sep 2023 • Couples
A beautiful park in the middle of town.
This park is we kept and lovely to walk around. There are lots of ducks and birds. Squirrels that are so tame running about. Lovely little cafe in the park. It's definitely worth a stop at. The cakes are vegan and amazing.
Written September 24, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Tigi_Higgins
Mendip Hills Somerset764 contributions
Sensory Garden a little Sad
Dec 2020
We visited today, particularly to see the Sensory Garden. The park overall is well kept, and granted in December wasnt looking its blooming best but I was a little disappointed with the Sensory Garden. The fountain wasnt working some of the mosaic tiles had been ripped off and it generally had a feel of a bit abandoned, which I suppose after 11 years happens but I do hope some money will be spent restoring it to good order. The rest of the park is lovely, lots of squirrels to watch playing and clearly some lovely features.
Written December 31, 2020
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macedonboy
Glasgow, UK179,494 contributions
Fantastic Park
Sep 2021
Lovely green park in central Taunton and bordered by the Sherford Stream, which adds to the visual appeal of the sensory garden, fountain and bandstand in the park. The sensory garden is especially nice in the late late summer we’re experiencing. Very pleasant for walking & resting. Even though it’s late summer, the grass is very green and flowers are still blooming. Close to the north entrance is also the monumental war memorial in a well tended garden of its own.
Written September 15, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Sheil59
Taunton, UK85 contributions
Fun n freedom
Jul 2018 • Family
Took the grandchildren for an afternoon walk, they enjoyed the ducks etc and discovering the larger play zone although we didn’t have enough time to go on. Beautifully kept gardens, ideal place for picnics and a good afternoons walk.
Written January 15, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
TauntonVisitorCentre
Thank you for your review of Vivary Park. I am pleased that you and your grandchildren spent a lovely afternoon in the park. We are always delighted to welcome youngsters and, as you said, there is plenty on offer to entertain them. I hope that you are able to visit the park again soon to do some more exploring! Thank you again for your comments.
Written January 17, 2019
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
ExrepNorthLondon
Taunton, UK54 contributions
Afternoon stroll
Jul 2018 • Solo
Beautiful any time of the year . Great lawns, attractive flower beds and some live entertainment . Great bandstand with live entertainment
Written November 6, 2018
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
TauntonVisitorCentre
Thank you for your review. Like you, we think that Vivary Park is beautiful all-year round and we are grateful to the groundsmen and women who keep it looking so. The bandstand plays host to some wonderful music during the summer months and we are looking forward to welcoming a range of live entertainment in 2019. Thank you again for your comments - we hope that you are able to visit the park again soon.
Written November 7, 2018
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
duomo2
Taunton, UK562 contributions
High ropes!
Apr 2018 • Family
Love the high ropes here, the family ticket is a real bargain and the whole family gets to get the adrenaline pumping! Instructors are lovely, very helpful and encouraging. Will be returning soon!
Written April 10, 2018
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
TauntonVisitorCentre
Thank you for your very positive review of the Vivary Adenture Centre. Lovely to hear that you and your family enjoyed your time on the high ropes - you are braver souls than me! Pleased also to hear that you are planning a return visit. Thank you again for your comments.
Written April 12, 2018
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
alleycatcarol
Taunton, UK64 contributions
An oasis in the centre of town
Apr 2017 • Couples
I live in Taunton and visit this park as often as possible. It's just brilliant for all ages and has so much to offer , or alternatively a place to escape and recharge on your lunch break if you're lucky enough to work nearby..... which I was for 30 years ! I often think how fortunate we are to have this facility and this is my opportunity to say so !
Obviously the annual Flower Show is a spectacle but on a dull grey day it's a pleasure to just walk around or do some people watching
Maybe I'm biased , but I love everything about this park and send my congratulations to those who maintain it to a wonderfully high standard!
Written April 15, 2017
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TauntonVisitorCentre
Thank you ever so for your lovely review, we are delighted to read you love the park as much as we do. I will make sure our hard working parks team receive your praise and feedback.
Written April 16, 2017
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
_stevecuv
Bridgwater, UK97 contributions
Vivary park, Taunton
Jul 2020 • Couples
We decided to go to Vivary park, Taunton on a very wet day, it's only a few miles down the road from my home in Bridgwater ,my partner loves gardens ,so we drove and parked in the multi car park opposite the park, on walking into the grounds the magnificent painted gates were huge, it's ten acres with a 18 hole golf course, a children's playground, a massive activity area with assault tree course, a stream running through with ducks,a very decorated water fountain, a lovely bandstand, small community gardens and beautiful flowers and plants around the massive area with a grass area so big that they have had music gigs there and wide paths which was good for social distancing and it was sunny on our visit and rained again all the way home
Written August 27, 2020
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TauntonVisitorCentre
Thank you for you glowing review of Vivary Park Steve. You have described all of its charms and attractions beautifully - if I didn't know it so well already, I would after reading your review! I'm glad that the sun came out to show off this stunning Victorian park. I hope that you and partner are able to visit again soon. Thank you again for your comments.
Written September 5, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Marty876
Bristol, England35 contributions
Taunton Flower Show
Aug 2019
We came here for the flower show a few weeks ago. Beautiful as always. Lots of toilet facilities, and a lovely selection of food stalls, offering lots of vegetarian meals. A really lovely day out, for all ages. Something to offer for everyone. Feels like you are at a mini festival for a day. Bonus being kids are free with an adult paying! Bargain tickets!!
Written August 18, 2019
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TauntonVisitorCentre
Thank you for your review of Vivary Park. It is lovely to read such a glowing review of the Taunton Flower Show - it sounds as though you were able to explore all of the nooks and crannies! Vivary Park has offered this annual show a wonderfully pituresque backdrop since 1831 (apart from during World War Two) and it served it very well again this year. I hope that you are able to visit and enjoy both Vivary Show and the Taunton Flower show again. Thank you once more for your comments.
Written August 21, 2019
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