Barton Marina

A Lovely place to visit if the weather is good but also loads to look at and do if weather not that good see my full review and photos at

Just off the A38 is the Barton Turns Marina, set in sizeable grounds which are part of the National Forest, the many fishing lakes and collection of mature trees, make this a good place to go for a stroll, rain or shine. It is particular popular with anglers, and there is a small caravan site just after the entrance.
The Marina itself is quite sizeable, with the space for many narrow boats to moor either temporarily or permanently. Nearest to the spacious car park is the Waterfront, a large pub with outdoor seating overlooking the marina, it is a popular place, with regular live entertainment. Adjacent to this is a Garden4Less, a garden centre and on the other side Toys of Yesteryear, a toy shop, housing a toy museum. There is also one of the top 10 coffee shops in the country here, the Apple Tree, which also has a speciality delicatessen.
There are a number of fashion stores including Blue Harbour (high end women’s fashion), Sophia’s and Start and Tremayne (Handbags etc). There is an impressive art gallery — Gallery 3, adjacent to a large and popular Thai restaurant: Siam Corner; as well as the Butcher, the Baker and the ice cream maker, a great place for specialist food ingredients, which also provides groceries for the mooring narrow boats. There are even shops on narrow boats, including an estate agent, a bookshop and ceramic painting boat for the children. The pick of the bunch is probably Brauz, a gift shop where you are likely to find that present for the person who has everything. Barton Marina is a great place to wile away a few hours.

A great little shopping village with lots to offer, walks around the lakes and a coffee shop to watch the boats! A perfect escape.

the new development at barton marina is definatley a much needed venue for barton under needwood! you can go for lovely walks around the whole marina! and when you have finished your walk you can nip in and look at all the lovely local shops! the pub (the waterfront) is also a great addition! with great food and drinks a cosy atomsphere and fantastic service! i would definatley recommend anyone to go and visit!

This a lovely place to visit. there are a selection of shops including a butchers, a café, a pub, a handbag shop, a toy shop and more. Some of the places are a little xpensive but it makes a very nice afternoon out even for just a walk. The pub is lovely but you need to book if you want to have food and although the food is very nice you do not get alot and it can be abit expensive. Also the pub doesnt allow children inside not even for meals. Definately worth a trip out though and has plenty of parking.