Mulberry Homes Show Garden Opens to Visitors in Whissendine, Rutland
Mulberry Homes welcomed around 200 visitors to its professionally designed show home garden during the 2026 Whissendine Open Gardens event in Rutland. The community event showcased 13 gardens across the village and raised £930 for local Feast Week charities, while inspiring homeowners looking to transform their own outdoor spaces.
Supporting the communities where we build is at the heart of everything Mulberry Homes does, so we were thrilled to take part in this year's Whissendine Open Gardens event.
Held on Sunday 28 June 2026, the much-loved community event welcomed around 200 visitors, who explored 13 beautiful gardens across the picturesque Rutland village while raising money for local charities.
For the first time, Mulberry Homes opened the professionally designed show home garden at our Whissendine development, demonstrating how thoughtful planting can transform a new-build garden into a welcoming outdoor retreat.
A Mulberry Homes at Whissendine Show Home Garden Designed for Modern Living
Creating a garden from a blank canvas can feel daunting, particularly for buyers moving into a brand-new home. To inspire visitors, Mulberry Homes partnered with the experts at Gates Garden Centre in nearby Oakham to create a garden that homeowners can enjoy throughout the year.
Designed by Gates Garden Centre Plant Concierge, Jodie, the planting scheme combines structure, colour and fragrance to create a beautifully presented garden, which is both practical and easy to maintain.
The carefully selected palette of soft whites, pinks and purples creates a calming and relaxing environment while supporting local wildlife with a range of pollinator-friendly plants.
Key features of the Mulberry Homes show garden include:
Fragrant and colourful lavender to attract bees and butterflies
Evergreen hebes, providing colourful foliage throughout the year
Elegant roses that add colour and scent
Evergreen jasmine climbing the garage to soften the architecture
A balanced planting design that complements the contemporary home
Celebrating Community at Whissendine Open Gardens
The annual Whissendine Open Gardens event has been running for more than a decade as part of the village's historic Feast Week celebrations, which has roots dating back to the Middle Ages. The event brings together residents and visitors to celebrate village life and community spirit.
This year's event featured 13 gardens, with visitors paying a £5 entry fee, raising £930 for the Feast Week charities which support good causes in the village.
Alongside the Open Gardens, visitors enjoyed refreshments at Whissendine Village Hall and garage sales throughout the village, creating a fabulous family day out.
A Commitment to the Whissendine’s Local Community
Taking part in Whissendine Open Gardens reflects Mulberry Homes' ongoing commitment to supporting the communities where it builds.
Mulberry Homes will continue to invest in Whissendine and the surrounding area, with a commitment of more than £800,000 towards local infrastructure through Rutland County Council, supporting highways, education, sports facilities and healthcare services.
Garden Inspiration for New Homeowners
Potential buyers inspired by the beautiful gardens of Whissendine can now more easily create their own outdoor oasis with Mulberry Homes latest initiative.
Anyone who reserves a home at Mulberry Homes at Whissendine between the 22nd of June and 30th of September 2026 will receive a £500 Gates Garden Centre gift voucher upon completion, helping them personalise their new garden with expert advice, quality plants and landscaping inspiration.
The voucher is redeemable at Gates Garden Centre in Oakham and remains valid for 24 months, giving homeowners plenty of time to take advantage of the offer.
Discover Mulberry Homes at Whissendine
Nestled on the edge of one of Rutland's most idyllic villages, Mulberry Homes at Whissendine boasts excellent transport links and local amenities, ideally located within easy reach of the picturesque and sought-after market towns of Oakham, Melton Mowbray, Uppingham, and Stamford.
Located to the west of Whissendine and surrounded by grazing pastures and arable fields, the development features 51 two-, three-, four-, and five-bedroom homes. Its low-density design provides generous plot sizes and ample green space for residents to enjoy.
Discover more about Mulberry Homes at Whissendine here: https://mulberryhomes.co.uk/developments/whissendine
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mulberry Homes at Whissendine?
The development is located on the edge of Whissendine in Rutland, surrounded by rolling countryside and within easy reach of Oakham, Melton Mowbray, Stamford and Uppingham.
Who designed the Mulberry Homes show home garden?
The garden was created in partnership with Gates Garden Centre, designed by Plant Concierge Jodie, showcasing low-maintenance, wildlife-friendly, and practical planting.
What is the Whissendine Open Gardens event?
Whissendine Open Gardens is an annual community event held during Feast Week, where visitors can explore private gardens across the village while raising money for local charities.
Is Mulberry Homes offering any gardening incentives?
Yes - homebuyers reserving selected plots between the 22nd of June and 30th of September 2026 will receive a £500 Gates Garden Centre gift voucher upon completion to help create their own garden.
