For the most perfect Christmas The magic of Christmas comes to life at Gates Oakham and Gates Hinckley. Our glittering Christmas Departments are filled with twinkling lights, enchanting, themed displays, and endless inspiration to make your home shine bright. Come and visit for family fun, enjoy our rides and Festive Food Trucks, delicious dining, and Santa experiences for the whole family. We’re your one-stop destination for Christmas cheer. Discover Christmas at Gates Shop Lit Ornaments Shop Model Villages Shop Christmas Decorations Timeless beauty for your home & garden A thoughtful gift that carries the promise of flowers to come or a cascade of warming winter hues to lift the winter garden. Explore our premium quality plants to cherish throughout the year. Shop Amaryllis Bulbs Shop Hellebores Shop Skimmia Shop Roses Our Garden Centres in Leicestershire We have two large garden centres in Leicestershire, both offering an exceptional shopping and dining experience. Gates Oakham Established in 1948 by Fred and Ivy Gates, Gates Garden Centre in Oakham began within the walled Victorian kitchen garden of Cold Overton Hall, on the Rutland–Leicestershire border. Still on the same site today, Gates Oakham has grown into one of the largest destination garden centres in the UK, featuring an award-winning Farm Shop, two restaurants, expansive plant areas and inspiring retail spaces. Despite its growth, the centre continues to uphold the family values it was built on — exceptional customer service and great value for money. For the most perfect Christmas… The magic of Christmas truly comes to life at Gates. Step inside our glittering Christmas Departments, filled with twinkling lights, enchanting, themed displays and endless inspiration to make your home sparkle. Bring the family and enjoy festive fun for everyone — from rides and Festive Food Trucks to delicious dining and magical Santa experiences. Gates is your one-stop destination for Christmas cheer. View more details about Gates Oakham Gates Woodlands Hinckley After more than 75 years at our home in Cold Overton near Oakham, we’ve branched out — bringing the Gates experience to Gates Woodlands Hinckley. Formerly known as Dobbies Stapleton or Woodlands Garden Centre, this much-loved site on the A447 Ashby Road, near Hinckley, has been beautifully refreshed. You’ll discover familiar faces and popular concessions, alongside an extended plant area, a brand-new Farm Shop and Fred & Ivy’s, our stylish new restaurant. This year, we’re thrilled to bring the Gates Christmas magic to Woodlands Hinckley. Discover breathtaking festive displays in a range of inspiring themes — from classic nutcrackers and woodland creatures to whimsical candy shops and dazzling lights — all designed to spark the wonder of the season. We’re delighted to offer the same exceptional shopping and dining experience our Oakham visitors love, now here in Hinckley — and we can’t wait to welcome you soon. View more details about Gates Woodlands Hinckley Focus on Artificial Christmas Trees Why not make life easy this year with one of our realistic Artificial Christmas Trees. Pre-lit Christmas Trees 6ft Artificial Trees 7ft Artificial Trees Slim Christmas Trees Dining at Gates Oakham Come join us and experience a warm welcome when dining at Gates. We serve high quality, delicious food and drinks, so you can unwind and spend precious time with your loved ones. Enjoy a delicious meal or afternoon tea in the beautiful setting of our Garden Restaurant. Fresh food and drinks are served daily, with lighter options available. This large, friendly space overlooks the Leicestershire countryside with stunning views. Organising a special event? Book a private dining experience in the stylish Vellum Room or larger Thornton Suite, situated in the Garden Restaurant. In our walled garden, the Courtyard Coffee Shop is for more cosy, casual dining and serves breakfast, lunch, and drinks. Why not relax on a sofa. Both are open seven days a week. Miniature Christmas Villages Create your very own miniature festive scene with our range of Christmas Model Villages. We stock a huge range of pieces including figures, accessories, shops and houses. Buildings & Houses Sights & Sounds Miniature Figures Lemax Starter Sets Gates Loyalty Club Join Gates FREE Loyalty Club to receive exclusive benefits As a valued customer of Gates Garden Centre, we invite you to join our Gates Loyalty Club community. Access exclusive privileges such as a free drink every month, and priority event booking through our digital loyalty app. Scan the app every time you make a purchase for the chance to win your shopping. As a Gates Loyalty Club member, you can view all of your in-store purchases in one place, see your latest rewards and take advantage of in-store offers in an instant. Gardening through the seasons Get everything you need to keep your garden growing and looking great throughout the year. Digging & cultivating toolsWhether you’re tidying or transforming your outside space, our digging & cultivating tools are made to last & will become your trusted gardening companions. Shop now Premium quality seed potatoesEnjoy the unrivalled taste & satisfaction of home-grown, freshly picked potatoes with our premium quality seed potatoes. Shop now. Gates Farm ShopGates Farm Shop offers the finest produce, sourced locally wherever possible – including Beef and Lamb from our own farm in the village. We stock an extensive selection of package-free fruit and vegetables from everyday essentials to more exciting seasonal produce.Discover Gates Farm Shop Need some inspiration For advice or a little bit of inspiration, then check out our Blog. 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