About The Old Barn
Range of home made cakes made by the local WI. Selections of teas, coffee, hot chocolate, soft drinks, snacks and ice creams.
Tombola and a treasure hunt around the garden for children.
The Old Barn
2 acres in secluded hamlet, lots of interest. Lawned garden with colourful shrubs and tree-lined cobbled paths. Walled garden has fishpond, pergola with climbers and cottage garden planting. Large open views, rewilding meadow. A laid back peaceful garden to stroll around and relax. Lots of wildlife, inc our Peafowl. Plenty of drinks, cakes and seats. Redundant old church close, open to visitors.
Owner Info
- Gregg & Claire Mayles
- [email protected]
- 07870 160318
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The Old Barn features
- Cashless
- Children Very Welcome
- Countryside Views
- Dahlias
- Groups Welcome
- Picnics
- Refreshments
- Roses
- Vegetable Area
- Wheelchair access
- Wildlife Garden
Location details
The Old Barn,
Swadlincote,
Derbyshire,
DE12 8AF
Directions to The Old Barn
On A444, 1½m from M42/A42 J11. Rectory Ln is a concealed turn off the A444, surrounded by trees. Look out for brown ‘church’ signs. Postcode in SatNav usually helps.
The Old Barn 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 Cream teas. Made by local WI.
Admission
Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 10:00-16:00
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 Cream teas. Made by local WI.
Admission
Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 10:00-16:00
Visit by Arrangement
This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from August to August for groups of 10+.
Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.
Refreshments Cream teas.
Admission
Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Accessibility
- Main garden fully wheelchair accessible. Walled garden partial access due to gravel. Meadow is accessible, but uneven.
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Read moreFAQs
Yes, cashless payment is accepted.
Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at The Old Barn at this time.
Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.
There are no plants for sale for the time being.
Yes, one or more routes at The Old Barn are accessible to wheelchair users.
Yes. The Old Barn 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.