Self-Led Blossom Walk
Follow the signs on this self led blossom walk on Hawthorn Drive. Experience the power of blossom as you wander from the admissions hut, to the house and garden and back.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Inspired by the Japanese tradition of Hanami—which literally means to “view flowers”— the Festival of Blossom is all about soaking up the beauty of spring as nature bursts into bloom.
Join in with the celebration of parkland blossom at Lyme by taking a stroll up Hawthorn Drive and see what some time spent with blossom can do for your mood.
Breathe in the fresh scents, explore the vibrant colours, and take a moment to learn about mighty blossom. Discover how we can harness its potential to protect pollinators and restore nature for ever.
The walk route is approximately 1.8 miles as a round trip.
Travel to Lyme car-free and as a thank you, enjoy free entry to the park and garden as well as 10% off in our cafés when you show a valid bus or train ticket or your bike helmet.
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Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
Any age
- Meeting point
The walk route starts at the Admissions Kiosk and ends at the end of Hawthorn Drive by the main house.
- What to bring and wear
Sturdy footwear is essential as some paths are uneven. Please also wear weather appropriate clothing. Insect repellent and suncream is also recommended.
- Accessibility
Part of the route is on steep and uneven terrain. Not suitable for wheelchairs or buggies. There is a minibus service for travel from the car park to the admissions kiosk. The minibus is volunteer dependent and is available from 10:00
- Other
Dogs are welcome. Please note that this walking route is in a dogs on lead area. As a thank you for visitors arriving car-free, you can enjoy free entry to the park and garden as well as 10% off in our cafés when you show a valid bus or train ticket or your bike helmet. Find out more about exploring car-free:
Upcoming events
Spotlight on collections - Blossom in the house
Inside the house this May learn and discover about the hidden blossom in our collection items.
Blossom Walk
Join our wellbeing walks team for a volunteer led blossom walk
Wellbeing Walk
Join us for a volunteer led wellbeing walk at Lyme. Get out in the fresh air, re-connect with nature, and stretch your legs. 19 May - Moorland Ramble 18 June - Knightslow Wood and Lyme avenue
Dry Stone Walling Walk
An expert walking tour led by the Cheshire branch of the Dry Stone Walling Association.