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The Old Hall

Set on a southerly ridge. Stone walls and yew hedges divide the garden into enclosed areas with herbaceous borders, shrubs, and young and mature trees. There are interesting plants flowering most of the time. In 2020 a Japanese Tea House was added at the bottom of the garden. Large plant stall.

Owner Info

  • Mr & Mrs Timothy Hart
The Old Hall
The Old Hall
The Old Hall
The Old Hall
The Old Hall
The Old Hall
The Old Hall
The Old Hall

About The Old Hall

The house is on the village street on its north side. To the south side, the house and garden extends south and west on four terraces going down to fields and woods with views of Catmose Vale and Burley on the Hill in the distance. To the west it is more enclosed.
The garden was originally created by Cyril Heber Percy in the 40s and 50s. He was an excellent plantsman and the mature trees and the layout of the terraces are thanks to him. We took over the garden in 1980s and have had help, originally, from John Codrington, a wonderful man who lived in the village of Hambleton. Later we sought the help of Neil Hewertson who was head gardener at Stowel Park. He has continued being involved and has taught us so much. He has made the garden interesting all year round. We continue to improve the garden and try not to create any more work!
Yearly, we plant interesting trees and shrubs and make an effort to keep the herbaceous borders going through the summer and autumn months.

The Old Hall features

  • Cashless
  • Coaches Allowed
  • Countryside Views
  • Dog friendly
  • Groups Welcome
  • Plants for sale
  • Refreshments
  • Roses
  • Wheelchair access

Location details

The Old Hall,
Market Overton,
Rutland,
LE15 7PL

Directions to The Old Hall
6m N of Oakham; 5m from A1via Thistleton. 10m E from Melton Mowbray.

The Old Hall openings

For this open day you need to pre-book your ticket in advance. To book tickets please click on the book button below.

Refreshments Wine. Hambleton Bakery savouries.
Admission Adult: £10.00
Child: Free
Opening times 17:30-20:30

Accessibility

  • Partial wheelchair access. Gravel and mown paths. Return to house is steep. It is, however, possible to just sit on the terrace.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Yes, coaches are accepted at  The Old Hall. Please get in touch with the owners for details.

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

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

The Old Hall is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.