Stoneywell

Here are some top tips for making the most of the garden this spring.

Capturing a hidden gem for the Stoneywell photography competition

Winter is almost behind us and the promise of warmer, longer days is evident with the return of the annual show of Stoneywell's daffodils.

Explore a 1950s family home with original collections and delve deeper into the story of a family who lived and loved the Arts and Crafts.

With much of the furniture and furnishings crafted by the Gimson family, Stoneywell is a rare surviving example of an Arts and Crafts home in its entirety.

Find out more about accessibility at Stoneywell as you plan your visit.

The only National Trust house in Leicestershire, Stoneywell's team of volunteers has grown considerably since first opening to the public in 2015. Over 200 people support the property in a range of roles, from assisting with conservation and admin work to leading guided tours and repairing the dry stone walls.

Learn a little more about our fabulous gardens with a Stoneywell garden guide

Learn about Stoneywell designer Ernest Gimson, one of the most influential figures of the British Arts and Crafts Movement.

Find out why the principles of the art and design movement were so important in creating the house at Stoneywell.

The replica Gimson cot nearly didn't make it to Stoneywell at all.

From an inglenook fire restored using fire-blocks found in the garden to a copper once used for washing clothes, Stoneywell's quirky fireplaces offer a warm welcome this autumn.

The epitome of a rustic cottage, rough-hewn and embedded into the granite surroundings, Stoneywell is a harmonious combination of natural materials that delights visitors young and old.

Through our dedicated Talks Service the stories and charms of Stoneywell extend far beyond the cottage walls.