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Barlborough Gardens

Barlborough is an ancient village, steeped in history, perched on the top of yellow limestone scarp in the furthest North East corner of Derbyshire. The July weekend garden opening coincides with the 'Big Barlborough Festival' with lots of additional exhibitions and activities taking place. St James The Greater Church, an ancient place of worship will be open to visitors both afternoons of the July opening weekend. Five colourful gardens of different sizes and styles will be opening their garden gates. A map detailing the location of all five gardens will be issued with adm ticket. More information can be found by visiting the Barlborough Gardens Facebook page.

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About Barlborough Gardens

Barlborough Gardens 2026 includes a well established garden developed over 50 years, a tranquil garden created in an unusual layout, amidst hard landscaping a garden created from old farm land, the development of a garden on a long narrow plot as well as a beautiful courtyard garden.
Refreshments will be available at The Hollies where lovely countryside views be enjoyed. An extensive cake menu will be available with a wide choice of home made cakes, including a savoury option as well as gluten free, sugar free, dairy free and vegan bakes plus a selection of hot and cold refreshing drinks.Cake boxes will be available to take some extra slices home.
Roadside parking can easily be found across Barlborough. The large lay-by outside Heritage Senior School on Boughton Lane can be used for parking when visiting 90 Boughton Lane which is located immediately after the lay-by. Turn left and walk down the drive to the back of the houses and across to the garden gate to the far side.

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Location details

Barlborough Gardens,
Clowne Road,
Chesterfield,
Derbyshire,
S43 4EH

Directions to Barlborough Gardens
Off A619 between Chesterfield & Worksop. ½m E M1, J30. Follow signs for Barlborough then yellow NGS signs. At De Rhodes Arms r'about take 3rd exit onto Clowne Rd S43 4EH - where 2 gardens located.

Barlborough Gardens openings

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 11:30-16:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake.
Admission Adult: £7.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 11:30-16:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake.
Admission Adult: £7.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 11:30-16:30

Accessibility

  • Partial wheelchair access at The Hollies, 90 Boughton Lane and Greystones Barn.
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FAQs

Payment is by cash only. Please get in touch with the owners for more details.

Yes, coaches are accepted at Barlborough Gardens. Please get in touch with the owners for details.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Barlborough Gardens. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Barlborough Gardens, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Barlborough Gardens are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Barlborough Gardens seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.