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First Flowers: Snowdrops at Chastleton

11, 12, 18 and 19 February: book a visit to explore the snowdrop display in Chastleton's Wilderness Walk.

  • Booking essential

Swathes of snowdrops decorate Chastleton's gardens in February. We'll be opening our gates for special snowdrop openings so that you can enjoy the sight of the year's first flower.

When we first started caring for Chastleton over 30 years ago, thousands of snowdrops were planted in the area now known as the Wilderness Walk. We've increased planting and improved winter walking conditions in recent years, resulting in big, beautiful snowdrops displays accessible by a network of winding pathways.

Whether you fancy a self-led walk around our 'wilderness' to enjoy the winter display, or you’re a true galanthophile and you fancy a few hours lying on your stomach looking up into the interesting hybrids, we look forward to welcoming you.

There will be plants for sale and a cash only, self-service tea and coffee station. Please note that the house is closed in February, and areas of the garden are closed in winter. This event is for the wilderness walk area of the garden only.

Our snowdrop openings take place on 11, 12, 18 and 19 February. The wilderness walk is open from 11am-2.30pm. Pre-booking essential. Your booked time is your time of arrival, but you're welcome as long as you like up until we close at 2.30pm.

Free for National Trust members, £4.50 for non-members.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Concession National Trust members£0.00
All £4.50

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Children are welcome.

Meeting point

Park at Chastleton car park. Please note that the main visitor reception won't be open - make your way down to the Stableyard house for admission.

What to bring and wear

Footwear and clothing suitable for outdoor conditions.

Accessibility

The wilderness walk is a chipped path, which may be passable with wheelchairs or buggies capable of negotiating uneven terrain. Assistance dogs only in the garden. Toilets (including accessible toilets) available near the house, although the house itself will be closed.

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