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Early morning snowdrop walk

Book your place on a guided snowdrop walk at Kingston Lacy, experience the tranquillity of the Fernery and Formal Gardens before we open.

  • Booking essential

Discover this delicate flower close-up, spot the different varieties and explore the gardens to see the carpets of white before we open.

Join our volunteer-led snowdrop walk through the gardens and see the Snowdrops before the crowds. Meet the guide at Visitor Reception to gain exclusive access to the Snowdrops, be introduced to the key spots and meet one of our gardeners who will introduce you to the different varieties grown at Kingston Lacy.

Early morning Snowdrop walks take place on the following days: * Monday 26 January * Wednesday 28 January * Thursday 29 January * Friday 30 January * Monday 2 February * Wednesday 4 February * Thursday 5 February * Friday 6 February * Monday 9 February * Wednesday 11 February

They will start and end at Visitor Reception beginning at 8.45am and lasting for approximately 1 hour. The cost is £10 per person.

If you wish to re-enter Kingston Lacy after the walk normal property admission charges apply. National Trust members will need to show their membership cards at Visitor Reception and non-members will need to pay the admission price (from £21 per person) or join the National Trust.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All All tickets£10.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Not suitable

Meeting point

Meet our garden guide volunteer at Visitor Reception

What to bring and wear

Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions on the day. This is an approximately 1 hour winter walk, please wear suitable footwear.

Accessibility

The walk includes the Fernery. This area of the garden includes narrow pathways and uneven ground not suitable for wheelchairs, mobility scooters and buggies.

Upcoming events

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on
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on
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at 10:30 to 15:00+ 69 other dates or times

Snowdrops at Kingston Lacy 

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on
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at 09:30 to 16:00+ 28 other dates or times

First Light Photography at Kingston Lacy 

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on
31 Jan to 1 Feb 2026
at 08:00 to 10:00+ 1 other date or time