Barnsdale Gardens is Buzzing with Gardening Magic

Barnsdale Gardens is Buzzing with Gardening Magic: The team at Barnsdale Gardens are more than a little proud of the fact that their 38 individually designed gardens in the East Midlands aren’t just loved by people, but also a five-star destination for birds, bees, butterflies, and a whole host of helpful insects. From pollinators to pest-controllers, these wild visitors are very welcome at Barnsdale, and Nick Hamilton and his green-fingered crew are determined to keep it that way.

“It’s simple, really,” says Nick. “They look after us, so we look after them!”

And with that philosophy in mind, Barnsdale is gearing up for one of its liveliest summer highlights: Bees, Butterflies & Beauvale Music on Saturday 24th August, 12–4pm.

Visitors can expect a buzzing afternoon of inspiration, creativity, and entertainment, including:

• Top wildlife-friendly gardening tips – discover clever ways to make your patch more welcoming to nature.
• Hands-on fun – try your hand at building bug hotels and wild bee hideaways.
• Pollinator-friendly planting demos – perfect pots that keep the bees happy!
• Meet the experts – the Leicestershire & Rutland Beekeepers Associationwill be on hand with their fascinating observation hive.
• Live music in the gardens – relax and enjoy performances from the Beauvale Ensemble as you wander among the blooms.

Top Tips For The Wildlife In Your Garden

As Autumn is gradually creeping towards us. Nick Hamilton, the owner of Barnsdale, has much tried-and-true advice for helping wildlife thrive all year round. His seasonal tips include berry-laden plants like hawthorn and ivy to keep the birds well-fed in winter, and fragrant shrubs such as Sarcococca to give insects a reason to keep buzzing even in the colder months. Bug hotels, mulch, and even rolled-up cardboard can all become cosy hideaways for helpful little creatures.

The message is clear… if you invite wildlife into your garden in spring and summer, don’t forget to keep them comfortable through the winter too. The reward? A joyful, vibrant garden full of life, colour, and pollination power when the warm weather returns.

So, grab your sunhat, bring your curiosity, and get ready to fall in love with Barnsdale’s wild side!

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