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Coxbench Hall

Former ancestral Georgian Home of the Meynell family, the gardens focus on sustainability, organic and wildlife friendly themes. There is a tropical style garden, ponds, hostas, fruits, C18 potting shed, veteran yew tree and hillside terraced garden of wildflowers and trees with a curved stone path incorporating reclaimed sleepers. A stoned path by the upper woodland overlooks the gardens below.

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Coxbench Hall
Coxbench Hall
Coxbench Hall
Coxbench Hall
Coxbench Hall
Coxbench Hall
Coxbench Hall
Coxbench Hall
Coxbench Hall
Coxbench Hall
Coxbench Hall
Coxbench Hall
Coxbench Hall
Coxbench Hall
Coxbench Hall
Coxbench Hall
Coxbench Hall
Coxbench Hall

About Coxbench Hall

The Ancient Yew Tree Group has classified the old Yew tree in the grounds as ‘veteran’ which estimates it’s age between 500 and 800 years old.
The 1875 survey for the 1881 Ordinance Survey Map of the site shows a potting shed near the Ha-Ha boundary. The woodwork of that potting shed has been replaced, in the same style as previously, on top of the existing brickwork and the fire pit and flue along the floor for heating in the cooler months has also been retained to preserve the authenticity. A relaxing addition has been a bench at the front of the building which provides panoramic views of the garden.
During 2021 and 2022 we widened, edged and stoned the path along the Woodland Edge walk and placed a bench at the end to rest and take in the views of the hillside giving an elevated site to relax and enjoy the surrounding Derbyshire Countryside.
In 2023, we started to create a more drought tolerant planting scheme and tried to be more self sufficient through growing plants from seeds and cuttings rather buying new. We adopted no dig policies in the vegetable garden in an aim to avoid soil disturbance and stop weed growth. In addition, we are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and become more organic by using no herbicides or chemicals in the garden, composting garden waste and mulching the lawn. We are re-wilding areas of the garden to create natural wildlife corridors, habitats and seasonal colour.
During 2024 we laid a curved stone path with reclaimed sleeper steps down the hillside and incorporated terraced beds, new trees and wildflowers to blend in with the woodland behind. At the bottom of the curved path is a secluded seating area to take in the views of the hillside.
There is also an aviary, several patio areas and benches along the paths to sit, relax and enjoy the gardens.
The gardens include an abundance of snowdrops, bluebells and daffodils and so we have decided to open in Spring to share this vision with our visitors.
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Website:

https://www.coxbench-hall.co.uk

Coxbench Hall features

Location details

Coxbench Hall,
Derby,
Derbyshire,
DE21 5BB

Directions to Coxbench Hall
After going through Little Eaton, turn L onto Alfreton Rd for 1m, Coxbench Hall is on L next to Fox & Hounds pub between Little Eaton & Holbrook. From A38 take Kilburn turn & go towards Little Eaton.

Coxbench Hall 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 inc home-made diabetic and gluten free cakes.
Admission Adult: £3.00
Child: Free
Opening times 10:00-11:30

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 inc home-made diabetic and gluten free cakes.
Admission Adult: £3.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:30-16:30

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from February to October for groups of up to 15.

Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.

Refreshments Light refreshments.
Admission Adult: £4.00
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • Block paved path around the edges of the main lawn. We regret no wheelchair access to woodland area.
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FAQs

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

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Coxbench Hall at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Coxbench Hall. 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 Coxbench Hall, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Coxbench Hall are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Coxbench Hall 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.