Keen members of Shepton's Horticultural Society's Garden Club visited the Ston Easton Park hotel for an evening stroll round the captivating grounds and gardens.

They sought out the ice house and derelict grotto, identifying Witch Hazel, Catalpa and Mulberry trees along their way, before finally arriving at the impressive walled kitchen garden.

"The kitchen garden was a delight, a Magnolia grandiflora impressed everyone with its huge cream flowers scented of lemon and spice, rows of blue Agapanthus shone out in the evening light while loufa vines draped the walls of the greenhouses," said garden designer Angela Morley, who helped found the club.

"There were surprises in every corner to be appreciated – giant pumpkins, rose scented seating areas, espaliered pears, secluded walkways and an orchard.

"It was a delightful evening both in terms of the weather and company.

"The garden was full of surprises and while the guests dined, we were guessing what they were eating based on the vegetables being grown in the green house."

For more details about the club and the Shepton Horticultural Society, contact Angela on 01749 830205.