VISITORS to Stourhead will be able to stop for refreshments at a new takeaway café spot as they walk around the grounds.

The historic Stableyard has served various purposes over the past 300 years, including stables, a carriage house, a granary, haylofts, head groom and stable staff accommodation, property offices, and estate workshops.

The Stableyard now has a new lease of life, as it has reopened as a café offering hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches and ice creams.

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Whilst the café provides takeaway service only, there is plenty of undercover seating in the Stableyard for visitors to use.

A giant connect four can be found at the Stableyard for children to enjoy Picture: National Trust/Lucy Fenna

“We’re so pleased to be able to open up the new Stableyard Café,” said the food and beverage manager at Stourhead, Nicola Melville.

“It’s the perfect spot for those that want to grab a coffee before they enjoy the garden or for families to grab a snack whilst playing in the Stableyard.

“The Stableyard has so much history, and we are pleased to be able to help bring this space to life again.”