Thornton Open Gardens (Leicestershire)

approx 12 gardens open Thornton, near Markfield, Leicestershire
Sunday 21st June 2026
1.00pm to 6.00pm

Come and visit our lovely rural village which enjoys delightful views over Thornton reservoir. What better way to spend a sunny summer afternoon?

There will be stalls and other attractions around the village and St. Peter's Church will be open.

Teas, refreshments, cream teas and ice creams will be available at the Community Centre.

Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome in all of the participating gardens.

Accessibility: It should be noted that Thornton is built on a ridge and so many of the gardens are on slopes or are terraced with steps and are therefore not suitable for those in wheelchairs or with impaired mobility. Some of the pavements are also narrow. Our printed programme attempts to indicate those more suitable.

Proceeds:  All proceeds from this event are for the maintenance, restoration and improvement of our beautiful historic church.

Plant sales:  There will be a wide variety of plants on sale.

Cost:  £5.00, accompanied children free.

How to get tickets / programmes:  Available from Thornton Nurseries, The Bricklayers Arms, The Corner Shop. St. Peter's Church, all participating gardens and the Community Centre.

Contact the organisers:  Phone: 01530 231 502  Email: thornton.opengardens@outlook.com  

Toilet Facilities:  Toilets are available at this event.

Directions / Parking:  There is some parking available at the Community Centre and at Thornton Club. A sheet with further information on parking is available, with suggestions on where places can be found on the walking route. There is also the opportunity to ‘book’ to park on one of a small number of private drives that have been made available in the village (no charge). To receive this information, please email us well in advance.

Location:  Leicestershire.  Use Sat Nav postcode: LE67 1AH (please verify before travelling)

Please ... tell the organisers that you found them on the Open Gardens National Directory.
and ... give them a gentle nudge to make a small donation to our 2026 running costs.