10 great places to see bluebells in the UK this spring – chosen by readers | United Kingdom holidays

Profitable tip: Amazed by the mizmaze, Hampshire

My favorite place to absorb bluebells’ magnificence and scent is Breamore Woods in Hampshire. The general public footpath takes you thru the primary gates of Tudor Breamore House, previous the home, stables and clock tower, then uphill by way of woodland carpeted with bluebells on either side. As an added bonus, if you emerge from the bushes after a mile or so, the view opens out over buttery yellow rape fields and distant farmland. On the very prime of the hill is the unusual, historic turf Breamore Mizmaze. I take a flip spherical that, then it’s all downhill, again by way of the bluebells and maybe a cup of tea on the cafe.
Jane Coundley

Ronnie Wooden and the blues, Hertfordshire

There’s a beautiful spot in Ringshall on the Nationwide Belief’s Ashridge Estate. Parking is free on weekdays at these lovely woods. A sea of blue awaits and infrequently an ice-cream van. Go to Ashridge Home cafe afterwards and look out for native Ronnie Wooden, who just lately displayed his art here. Elizabeth I used to be taken captive right here by her half-sister Mary as a woman – she would have loved the bluebells right here, too. A blissful day trip simply exterior the M25.
Katie Quaite

Observe the trail beneath the church, Harrogate

Past Ripley Fort south of Harrogate, a pleasant path beneath the church (accessible to all) leads all the way down to Hollybank Wood, which is carpeted by aromatic bluebells each spring. It’s unlikely for many I do know but when doable they’re greatest visited simply after daybreak when solely birdsong pierces the air and the low-angled solar streams by way of a cover of lime-green leaves. The scent and sight breathtaking.
Bridget Mellor

Boundless vista, Malvern Hills

Yearly, in late April, I head for the Malverns to savour a most spectacular show of our native bluebells. Following the western slopes of the ridge, drive south alongside the aptly named Jubilee Drive, a route with a wide ranging, seemingly boundless vista throughout the timeless Herefordshire panorama to the Black Mountains and the canvas of blue can’t be missed. Simply earlier than the Herefordshire Beacon, the cerulean slopes seem. Black Hill automobile park is an effective place to discover from. There are refreshments on the Malvern Hills Hotel and Sally’s Cafe at British Camp.
Hillary Macmillan

Azure prefer it, west Kent

I’ve been visiting the bluebells on the Nationwide Belief’s Emmetts Garden perched on the Greensand Ridge in west Kent a number of miles from Sevenoaks yearly since I used to be a baby. The azure sea of bluebells stretches throughout the south-facing slopes of the Edwardian hillside gardens, that are a part of historic Scord’s Wooden, an necessary Web site of Particular Scientific Curiosity for its flora. After you’ve admired the carpet of bluebells within the shade of the bushes and the views of the Weald so far as Ashdown Forest, you may wander round the remainder of the backyard, with its gorgeous azaleas and arboretum. I at all times cease for lunch on the little tea room however there’s additionally the choice to get pleasure from a picnic within the meadow, excellent on a sunny day.
Grownup £13, little one £6.50
Jay Gee

Historical woods, historic land, Wiltshire

The hollows from which had been quarried the great sarsen stones of Stonehenge are softened within the spring with a powerful bluebell show that stretches all through the whole lot of West Woods, simply exterior Marlborough in Wiltshire. Observe historic paths together with the West Saxon Wansdyke, or make your individual means among the many bushes. There may be additionally a neolithic long barrow. Entry by automobile, bicycle or foot is straightforward and free, though an area charity normally accepts donations over the financial institution vacation weekend, opening the highway by way of the woods for full automobile entry in return. Those that have skilled West Woods’ bluebells make a go to an annual journey. Unforgettable, particularly at daybreak or nightfall.
Helen Buttery

Purple haze, Glasgow

To the south of Glasgow, in Castlemilk Park, you’ll expertise an abundance of birdsong, the heady aroma of untamed garlic and see roe deer prance by way of a cherished bluebell wooden. However the metropolis has one other fantastic bluebell wooden value exploring: simply north of Glasgow is the traditional forest of Garscadden, and the azure and purple haze of a mature bluebell wooden. Each woods have well-worn paths, ruins to discover and an abundance of wildlife. Each are free to enter, offering much-needed respite from the stresses of metropolis life.
The Jhunds

All of it makes scents, Lake District

The Lake District is well-known for its bluebell woods, however you may keep away from the crowds by going to Caldbeck. Simply throughout the Lake District nationwide park, it’s unspoiled, distinctive and underrated. The stroll from right here to Hesket Newmarket alongside the River Caldbeck takes in a steep woodland. Right here you’ll discover that unbeatable mixture of bluebells and wild garlic, the odor of which lingers above the river. Each villages have charming tearooms, and the community-owned Old Crown in Hesket Newmarket is very good for a regionally brewed ale. Return through the highway or retrace your steps.
Monique Gadella

Immersion remedy, Aberystwyth

At Penglais Woods, close to Aberystwyth, you may obtain full immersion in bluebells, wild garlic and different wild herbs. The forest carpet of bluebells on this native nature reserve on a sunny day is an exquisite sight. The woods, which soak up an outdated stone quarry, are a part of the Dyfi biosphere, the one Unesco Man and the Biosphere city reserve in Wales. Amongst different flowers vying for guests’ consideration are pink campion, stichwort, herb robert and lesser celandine. Pied flycatchers flit among the many sessile oaks, sycamores, pines and candy chestnuts on this enchanted place.
Siobhan Jones

Take the tube to the bluebells, Wanstead, east London

Stay in London? Wish to see and odor bluebells? Then Wanstead Park must be your vacation spot. Stroll there from Wanstead tube station (Central Line) then, on the best way again, pop into La Bakerie for a scrumptious croissant. Pure heaven. I’ve tons extra phrases left to make use of for this entry however I don’t have to say extra, simply don’t choose the bluebells please.
Vicky