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Croft Acre

Croft Acre is a one acre garden that was formerly an orchard and has been developed over the last 20 years.

Head Gardener's Comment

1-acre garden that has evolved over the last 24 years. Many interesting features, shrubs, plants and trees. Water features, summerhouse and vegetable garden. Much seating for quiet contemplation.

Photograph © Helen Westendorp/Essence Gardens
Photograph © Helen Westendorp/Essence Gardens
Photograph © Helen Westendorp/Essence Gardens
Photograph © Helen Westendorp/Essence Gardens
Photograph © Helen Westendorp/Essence Gardens
Photograph © Helen Westendorp/Essence Gardens

History

Developed from an old Orchard, we inherited much grass, conifers and a handful of very old fruit trees.

Plants of note

In May - Davidia Involucrata, the handkerchief tree. Now producing a multitude of "hankies"!

Map of Croft Acre. Select to explore it.

The Belt, South Kilworth, Leicestershire, England, LE17 6DX

Open under the National Gardens Scheme (NGS) on Saturday June 25th (11-5) Come and see what we've been doing particularly the redesigned front garden.

£3.50, including adjacent garden - Oak Tree House

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