Chapmans Nurseries is a garden centre and Tea Rooms just outside the centre of Rosliston, opposite…read morethe Forestry Centre. Chapmans is the best garden centre in the local area; there is a good variety of plants, shrubs and trees, which are reasonably priced and very healthy. The tree section in particular has a wide variety of plants, more impressive than most bigger garden centres. The members of staff are cheerful and helpful, and genuinely understand about the plants they are selling, which is a novelty for a garden centre! It also sells mainly plants and plant related products, rather than the myriad of 'tat' that most garden centres sell. The Topiary Tea Rooms is set in a small wooden building, but has a beautiful outlook onto a sun-soaked patio where wild birds feed very relaxing. They only serve drinks and cakes, but I would definitely recommend the cheese scones. As the weather steadily improves, I would heartily recommend Chapmans as a place to go to rejuvenate your garden.

We have been going to Chapmans since re-locating from The Wirral for 10 years now…read more Our garden is mostly filled with plants, shrubs and fruit trees from them. If ever their is a problem with any plants there is never an issue with exchange, which I never had. Kevin is top guy, as is all the staff and their knowledge of all plants is so very helpful. Whenever we visit we always come away with some plant regardless of size, and most important for us, a great cup of tea / coffee and a lush scone or cake all home baked. What can I add " Well done staff and management at Chapmans " You won't be disappointed.

This is a really great store for an amazing variety of goods for the garden, for the home and much…read moremore including seasonal goods - it is THE place to go for Christmas decorations for example and the very best Christmas Trees. An enormous variety of goods ranging from souvenirs and neat gifts in the Gift Shop, all sorts of outdoor clothing - not just for in the garden but raincoats, casual gear for men and women and all the seasons, plants, turf, trees, fish, parrots, rabbits and more - and all your needs for your pets. Then organize day trips to a wide variety of places - and not to forget the REALLY good restaurant that does breakfast, lunch, afternoon teas (High Tea) and bargain dinners. Indeed today Mrs G and I had 2 two course dinners for 12 pounds ($16-17 for TWO!!). I had beef bourguignon, while Mrs G had a Quiche Lorraine with chips and peas/salad, and then I had apple pie with custard while she had lemon meringue pie. Served promptly in the clean and bright restaurant - we sat "outside" so that Ricky Martin could sit with us and share in a little with my beef :). Will we be back? Hell yeah!!! Review #44 2018

Garden King on the outskirts of Newhall, on the road to the A444 is a garden centre that is…read morecelebrating its ten year anniversary. An expansive car park opens onto an outdoor area selling compost, which leads into the main entrance where the tills and advice desks are located. This area also has an impressive range of bird food and feeders, as well as an expansive range of seeds and plant food. The main outdoor area is partially covered, with plants that are both reasonably priced and healthy, which cannot be said for all garden centres. There is also quite a variety of specimens, considering the size of the garden centre. At the rear of the main plant area is a sizeable aquatics shop, where you can buy fish, aquatic plants, pond liners etc. Garden King also has a small tearooms/restaurant that sells hot drinks, light bites, as well as hot dinners. It also sells Vancouver Oak Furniture, as well as other assorted items for the home, i.e. mirrors, lamps etc. One last thing you must look out for as you enter the car park are the rather large signs, that have obviously been designed as a homage to Sid James in the Carry-on films!

This is a great garden centre especially for complete novices who have not got a clue about…read moregardening. The staff were really helpful and give us superb advice about plants and even helped us choose what we needed for our garden, they also gave advice of how to plant and where to situate them. All of the plants are reasonably priced and look well taken care of. The plants were brought are still alive and kicking. This is well worth a visit even if its just for an hour out, the centre itself has a couple of inside greenhouses and outside sections. The car park is quite small but adequate for the centre.

Please heed my warning, this company stole £320 off me for some work they never turned up to start…read moreand are still refusing to pay me back. Do not believe anything they say and do not trust them with your money. It says it all about a business when the address that is pictured in their photos and written as their address isn't actually anything to do with them. If you don't believe me just drive there and see. What reputable company hides where they work from?

Very friendly staff, helpful and professional. The store is fairly small but amply stocked with…read morefabrics, samples, designs and all the needed accessories for your blinds and curtains etc. It is a family/run store and the current owner who we met briefly as the store was about to close for the day is (I understood from other staff) the son of the original owner. The store reflects that and feels cosy. We walked out with good advice on the type of blinds that we need, samples (lots!) of fabric to help choose the colors and an appointment for the owner to visit 3 days later to further advise and measure up. So far so good! 5 stars and two thumbs up Located at the end of the major shopping street in Swadlincote.

One of Swadlincote's most established businesses, John Mills Curtains is situated on a corner plot…read moreon the main High Street. John Mills sells a vast range of curtain fabric, poles, linings and blinds. The husband and wife team that own the shop offer helpful advice on choosing the right fabric and linings for your curtains, even allowing you to take samples home to finalise your choice. The curtains, cushions etc. are made up to any size or style of your choice and the standard of worksmanship is first class.