Spring walks at Ragley Hall
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The ten hectare gardens of Ragley surround the magnificent Palladian Hall and provide a glorious display of early spring flowers. Four hundred acres of parkland were designed by Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown during the 18th century. Little is known about these gardens prior to1873, when … [Read more...]
Snowdrop Walks 2011
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Spring time in the UK is signaled for many people with the arrival of the snowdrop. With it's blue green foliage and delicate white flower, the snowdrop ( Galanthus ) is one of the first flowers to peep above the ice and snow of winter. Throughout England, Scotland and Wales many villages, … [Read more...]
Crocus Walks
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Crocuses naturalise well in grassy areas and February to March is usually the best time to see them. Often planted in great swathes in community parks and church yards, they provide a sea of yellows, purples, creams and mauve to herald the arrival of spring. Where to see … [Read more...]
Daffodil Walks 2011
Despite the extremely cold winter, our daffodils seem to be blooming earlier this year. This is probably due to the fact that February has been fairly mild compared to last year. Trumpets of bright and pale yellow light up our countryside and let us know that spring is truly here. The … [Read more...]