East Midlands Tourism

Coton Manor, Northamptonshire

Occupying a hillside position extending down from the 17th century manor house, Coton Manor gardens comprise a series of distinctive smaller gardens, enhanced by flowing streams, fountains and ponds. Beyond the confines of the garden, there is a magical five acre bluebell wood and a colourful wildflower meadow at its best in June & July.

Easton Walled Gardens, Lincolnshire

400 years of gardening have created a peaceful and settled atmosphere, at Easton Walled Gardens. Until 2001, they had been abandoned for 50 years. In 2007, with five years of renovation, you can see snowdrops, sweet peas, irises, roses and 100 varieties of daffodils, There are also walks, a cottage garden and a turf maze.

Renishaw Hall Gardens, Derbyshire

The beautiful Italianate garden, park and lake at Renishaw Hall were the creation of the eccentric Sir George Sitwell over 100 years ago. Recent restoration has enhanced the geometric design, retaining yew hedges and antique statues, whilst adding rose and clematis gardens and a host of exotic plants, many rarely seen in this part of the country.

Teversal Manor, Nottinghamshire

These varied gardens give you the chance to experience carpets of daffodils, snowdrops, aconites and crocus in the spring. Later in the year you can see an unusual ornamental vegetable maze surrounded by a pergola walkway and also discover the past by walking through the walled pear orchard which is now a beautiful ornamental pond garden.

Barnsdale Gardens, Rutland