Barnsdale Gardens, Rutland
Visit the home of Geoff Hamilton’s famous gardens in Rutland, now run by his son Nick. Overall winner of GN’s Best 100 Gardens competition this year, it’s a beautiful collection of gardens all year round. The Geoff Hamilton Winter Border is a particular highlight, planted up with a wonderful range of donations from Geoff’s friends, family and former colleagues. Adults £7.50, concessions £6.50.
VISIT FOR A collection of winter trees, shrubs and perennials, many scented. The garden is divided up into Britain’s largest collection of smaller individual gardens, with plenty of ideas for your own plot.