Things to enjoy in spring at Prior Park

Spring is one of our favourite times in the garden. There are lots of fresh green leaves and the smell of wild garlic fills the air.

Spring is a time of change in the garden. The snowdrops give way to swathes of daffodils across the Summerhouse Glade, there are patches of primroses along the paths and cuckoo flowers delicately speckle the banks of the lakes.

Wild garlic carpets the ground, and fills the air with its delicate scent. The pretty white flowers burst open, and foragers flock to collect the best leaves for the kitchen.

Family foraging for wild garlic

Wild garlic season 

23 March - 14 April: During wild garlic season we'll have bags for you to collect wild garlic from the garden, and some recipe cards to give a little inspiration in the kitchen.

Spring is an active time for the garden's birds and bird song fills the air as you wander along the paths.

The heron can be spotted more frequently as he goes on the hunt for fish, and the resident kingfishers are seen as a bolt of blue above the lakes.

There is always wildlife to spot around the garden
Kingfisher with her catch
There is always wildlife to spot around the garden

Take your visit at your own pace. A quiet mid week wander, a guided walk to learn more about the garden and the upcoming dams project, or a weekend family visit with plenty of exploring, den building and ice creams, or hot chocolates, depending on the weather.