Gardens Illustrated Magazine

Beautiful Bluebells

Immerse yourself in bluebell woodlands, one of nature’s spring highlights.

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1 WAKEHURST Kew’s wild botanic garden in Sussex, has over 500 acres of ornamental gardens, woodlands and a nature reserve. Don’t miss the greatest wildflower display in Bethlehem Wood, as a sea of bluebells transform the woodlands into a stunning carpet of blue.

Haywards Heath, Sussex, RH17 6TN | 01444 894066 | kew.org/wakehurst

2 PICTON CASTLE & GARDENS An enchanting 13th-century castle surrounded by 40 acres of spectacula­r gardens with an abundance of rare trees and plant collection­s from around the world. Magnificen­t rhododendr­ons, shady woodlands, an exotic jungle garden and a colourful walled garden complement this award-winning garden for all seasons. Pembrokesh­ire SA62 4AS | info@pictoncast­le.co.uk | pictoncast­le.co.uk

3 NATIONAL TRUST WINKWORTH ARBORETUM Nestled in the heart of the Surrey, Winkworth Arboretum is home to stunning seasonal displays of beautiful bluebells. Wander along tree lined pathways down to the lake or head straight Bluebell Wood to see the most spectacula­r swathes of flowers.

Godalming, Surrey GU8 4AD | nationaltr­ust.org.uk/winkworth-arboretum

4 HEVER CASTLE & GARDENS Follow a woodland path in the grounds of Hever Castle, once the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, and enjoy fabulous bluebell displays and blankets of these delicate flowers in the woodland not usually open to visitors. See website for opening dates. Hever, Edenbridge, Kent TN8 7NG. hevercastl­e.co.uk | 01732 865224

5 HOLE PARK ESTATE Hole Park is renowned as one of the very best places to see natural English bluebells during its Bluebell Spectacula­r from 15 April to 10 May. Visitors can check the bluebell barometer on the website to ensure they see these flowers at their best. Gardens open 28 March. 11am-6pm. holepark.com | 01580 241344

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