Browse the siteSnowdrops are one of the first signs that we're finally moving out of winter, bringing a sense of joy and hope.
So wrap up warm and discover some of the best places to spot snowdrops below. If you know of more places, please let me know.
Where to see snowdrops:
St Paul's Waldenbury
Sunday Feb 2nd and Feb 9th
This local gem was once home to Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. All ages can enjoy the spectacular 50 acre garden, with long vistas leading to temples and statues, lake and ponds. The garden retains its original 18th century formal design, with more recent flower gardens. Wild flowers in abundance and snowdrops from late Jan. There are two Sundays in Feb where you can visit.
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Serendi (private garden through National Garden Scheme), Letchworth
Wednesday 19th Feb 2024 1-4:30pm
Massed snowdrops and other spring bulbs. Many different areas within a well designed garden: silver birch grove, a 'dribble of stones', rill, contemporary knot garden, gravel area with alliums. Later in the year an abundance of roses climbing five pillars, perennials, grasses and dahlias. A greenhouse for over wintering, a Griffin glasshouse with, Tibochina, Aeoniums, Pelargoniums and more. Book in advance on the National Garden Scheme website.
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Benington Lordship Gardens, near Stevenage
Sat 1st February 2025 - Sun 23rd February 2025 11am - 4pm
The gardens are opened every year in February when they are carpeted in a spectacular display of naturalised snowdrops around the remains of the Norman keep and surrounding moat. Hellebores, aconites and winter flowering shrubs are also in flower, as well as the coloured stems of acers, cornus and willow around the ponds.
Over the years, a collection of rare and unusual snowdrops has developed and many of these special plants can be found growing in the borders.
Prices:
Adults: £8.00 (£9.00 on Sundays)
Children under 16 yrs: £4.00
Children under 3 yrs: Free.
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Walkern Hall, near Stevenage
Walkern Hall is essentially a winter woodland garden. Set in eight acres, the carpet of snowdrops and aconites is a constant source of wonder in Jan-Feb. This medieval hunting park is known more for its established trees such as the tulip trees and a magnificent London plane tree which dominates the garden. Following on in March and April is a stunning display of daffodils and other spring bulbs. They have two upcoming open days on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd Feb through the National Garden Scheme.
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Swiss Gardens at Shuttleworth
One of our favourite local attractions is Shuttleworth, and their Swiss Gardens truly are breathtaking. The garden has plenty to see, including a grotto, fernery, ornate Indian kiosk, secret tunnels and, of course, the Swiss Cottage, which is really fun for kids to explore, while you take in the beautiful views. There are pathways throughout most of the gardens, so it's pram friendly, plus there's a lovely café and of course the Hangars and regular events.
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King's Arm Gardens, Ampthill
The Kings Arms Garden, located only 300m to the south of Ampthill’s Town Centre and accessible by a public footpath, is a fine and rare example of an urban community garden providing a range of benefits for people and wildlife. Its 1.5 acre woodland habitat contains a range of indigenous and exotic species of trees, bushes, and perennials. Snowdrops, camellia and rhododendron are particular seasonal features. The Garden is open to the public free of charge every Monday and Thursday morning between 10 am and 12 noon, weather permitting, when volunteers are present, and on the last Sunday of the month between 2 pm and 4 pm during January to October inclusive.
Get up to date opening times (weather permitting) on their Facebook page here
Moggerhanger Park
Moggerhanger Park is a Grade 1 listed Georgian Historic House designed by architect Sir John Soane. It is recognised as the most complete surviving example of Soane's domestic work set in 33 acres of stylish Grade II listed grounds and woodlands sculpted by Humphry Repton. Open from 10am daily, Moggerhanger Park offers a great place to walk and relax. Visit the Orchard Tearooms for coffee and cake or let the kids burn off some energy in our woodland play area. The woodland trail has snowdrops in winter while the walled garden has an unrivalled collection of Iris that come ablaze in June.
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Anglesey Abbey, nr Cambridge
Mon 27th January 2025 - Fri 28th February 2025
Anglesey Abbey has one of the finest snowdrop collections in the country, with over 500 varieties of these delicate white flowers, many of which are rare. Take in their beauty amongst a collection of classical statues and wander through the Winter Garden, also in its prime at this time of year.
The snowdrop collection here at Anglesey Abbey hosts over 500 individual varieties of snowdrop, with some found right here in our gardens and as such, are named after people and places with links to Anglesey Abbey.
The Specialist Collection Tours 2025
The specialist collection contains some of the snowdrops that are directly linked with Anglesey Abbey, and is only accessible as part of a guided tour. Join one of our knowledgeable garden team to discover our private collection of snowdrops, not usually accessible to visitors.
Snowdrop tours will run from Monday 27 January to Friday 28 February 2025, every day of the week apart from Saturdays. Tours will take place at 11am and 13.30pm on these days and there is no need to pre-book this year. Instead, please tell a member of the welcome team in the Visitor Centre on the day that you would like to join a tour and you will be given a ticket.
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Heartwood Forest, nr St Albans
My mum used to live overlooking Heartwood Forest, so we’ve been to see the bluebells here a number of times, but from late Jan, you'll find pretty carpets of snowdrops. There’s plenty of parking and well-managed paths- it’s a really lovely place for a walk. It’s part newly-planted forest, part ancient woodland, created by The Woodland Trust with the help of volunteers.
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Wherever you choose to see these beautiful displays, please ensure you follow the pathways and enjoy!
