Two new gardens open in the area

Sunday, 6 July 2025 09:44

Source: Rutland National Garden Scheme Facebook page

There are two new gardens open this month in Rutland as part of the National Garden Scheme.

Next Sunday North Luffenham Hall’s 6 acres is open to the public, complete with beehives, sunken pond and a 40 acre rewilding area nearby. This afternoon Stockerston Hall opens for the first time next to the village's 13th century church. The garden which has been re-imagined over the past 12 years has views towards the Eyebrook Reservoir and Woods. It's open between 2:00pm and 5:00pm and homemade refreshments are being served in aid of St Peter's Church.

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