Things to Do

The Barnsdale Drought Garden and Arboretum was designed by the late Geoff Hamilton, creator of Barnsdale Gardens and is set on a south-facing clay slope at Barnsdale, accessible from the A606 Oakham-Stamford road.

The Arboretum shoes the species of trees which can be found around the reservoir. 

The Drought Garden has survived many a hot dry summer and even penetrating frosts.  Admission is fee and the garden is open from March to October.

For more information about the Drought Garden & Arboretum, contact the Tourist Information Centre at Sykes Lane, Empingham on 01780 686800.