1 acre garden with lots of different areas, silver birch walk, wildlife pond with seating, apple tree garden, Mediterranean planted area and lawns surrounded with herbaceous plants and shrubs. Patio area with climbing roses and wisteria. There is also a utility garden with greenhouses, vegetables in beds, herbs and perennial flower beds, lawn and fruit cage.
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Now has an side extension with raised beds containing shrubs, bamboos trees and perennials
The garden has developed over the last 20 years with a wedding cake tree, dogwoods and acers and several paths to take you around the garden and through to the side of the house which leads to the utility garden. This winter further updates and beds were completed to give a change for regular visitors. Now available for visiting in February onwards for the snowdrops and spring bulbs.
Barracca,
Earl Shilton,
Leicestershire,
LE9 7NR
Directions to Barracca
From A47 after entering Earl Shilton, Ivydene Cl is 4th on L from Leicester side of A47.
This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from 15 February to 19 July for groups of up to 45.
Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.
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Payment is by cash only. Please get in touch with the owners for more details.
Yes, coaches are accepted at Barracca. Please get in touch with the owners for details.
Yes, dogs are welcome at Barracca. 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.
There are no plants for sale for the time being.
Yes, one or more routes at Barracca are accessible to wheelchair users.
Yes. Barracca 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.
