Skip to content
Menu

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. Six colourful gardens of different sizes and styles will be opening their garden gates. A map detailing the location of all six gardens, plus a community garden, will be issued with adm ticket. More information can be found by visiting the Barlborough Gardens Facebook page.

Owner Info

Barlborough Gardens
Barlborough Gardens
Barlborough Gardens
Barlborough Gardens
Barlborough Gardens
Barlborough Gardens
Barlborough Gardens
Barlborough Gardens
Barlborough Gardens
Barlborough Gardens
Barlborough Gardens
Barlborough Gardens
Barlborough Gardens
Barlborough Gardens
Barlborough Gardens
Barlborough Gardens

About Barlborough Gardens

Barlborough Gardens 2025 include 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, a beautiful courtyard garden and finally a small garden where a beautiful oasis for wildlife has been provided.
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.

.

Website:

https://www.facebook.com/barlboroughgardens

Barlborough Gardens features

Location details

Barlborough Gardens,
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 Home-made teas. Cool drinks will also be available at 90 Boughton Lane at the July openings.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
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 Home-made teas. Cool drinks will also be available at 90 Boughton Lane at the July openings.
Admission Adult: £7.00
Child: Free
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 Home-made teas. Cool drinks will also be available at 90 Boughton Lane at the July openings.
Admission Adult: £7.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:30-16:30

Accessibility

  • Partial wheelchair access at The Hollies, 90 Boughton Lane, Greystones Barn and 19 West View.
  • Share this garden

Other Gardens of Potential Interest

Ford Lodge image
Ford Lodge

This small garden offers different 'garden rooms,' ranging from a formal area to our water themed, cottage and Mediterranean garden. There is a wide...

Read more
Gorse Cottage image
Gorse Cottage

Delightful cottage garden bounded by mature trees, rhododendrons and far-reaching views to Chatsworth. Features inc a shady spring garden, mixed...

Read more
36 Edge Road image
36 Edge Road

Matlock town centre garden of approx 1 acre. Beautifully designed and landscaped. Herbaceous borders, wildlife pond, mature trees, woodland walk,...

Read more
49 Middle Row image
49 Middle Row

Steep, terraced, south facing, hillside garden in small, historic mill village, with glorious views over Monsal Dale. Formal side garden with...

Read more
Meveril Lodge image
Meveril Lodge

A recently developed 1½ acre rural garden surrounded by a stream, divided into areas themed by colour and season, with an emphasis on scented...

Read more
3 School Woods Close image
3 School Woods Close

A small, level 20yr old garden in a semi-rural location adjacent to Shipley Country Park with lawns surrounded by established deep borders of...

Read more
Slatelands House image
Slatelands House

Victorian mill-owner's residence built on rising ground. Steepest slope from road to house level is terraced stone retaining ilex balls, wild grasses...

Read more
60 Poplar Road image
60 Poplar Road

Rambling roses and clematis climb through flowering fruit and conifer trees. Small flowering cornus and cersis trees. Ornamental ponds with mature...

Read more

Don’t miss out

Sign up to our weekly newsletter to hear more about the gardens opening for the National Garden Scheme, events and activities throughout the year

Sign up to our newsletter

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.