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Blossom city experiences

Three women, dressed as blossom fairies stand underneath cherry blossom
Blossom celebrations, Birmingham | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

A selection of blossom experiences are taking place this spring, created through local partnerships. From parades and picnics to blossom themed arts and craft workshops, there's lots of activities to get involved with across towns and cities near you.

Bath

Blossom Lantern Workshop

Join us for a fun workshop to create your very own blossom lantern, ready for the parade celebrating blossom on 18 April. Book your free space on the Bath Assembly Rooms events pages.

  • Date and times: 16 April, 10am
  • Location: Bath Central Library 19-23 The Podium, Northgate Street, Bath, BA1 5AN
  • Date and times: 18 April, 12 noon
  • Location: Bath Guildhall – Brunswick Room Guildhall, High Street, Bath, BA1 5AW
  • To find out more, email bathassemblyrooms@nationaltrust.org.uk

Blossom Parade

Come bask in blossom as we take the celebrations through the centre of Bath. Through props and costumes made at workshops or home, you can get involved in celebrating the blossom season. Gather for the parade at 2pm; we'll start shortly after this and take a short route from the Guildhall towards Great Pulteney Street, down Argyle Street, before ending in Parade Gardens. Everyone is welcome to join in the Blossom Parade, which is part of the Festival of Blossom.

  • Date and times: 18 April, 2pm
  • Location: Outside Bath Guildhall, BA1 5AW
Visit Bath's Blossom Parade

Birmingham

Blossom Bash

Join us for a day full of family-friendly activities as we welcome the arrival of spring and celebrate the opening of the National Trust's four new Blossom Spaces across East Birmingham. From flower crown making and scavenger trails to storytelling and facepainting, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. The first 150 people to enter the event and tell us how they heard about the Blossom Bash will receive a token for a free hot or cold drink from the cafe.

Community Spring Picnic

Bring some food and join the National Trust and Friends of Stechford Hall Park at their first ever Community Spring Picnic. Take part in several family-friendly, free activities such as completing a trail around the newly created Blossom Space, crafting at our arts table, or getting active in one of the fun fitness sessions led by Mr Bollywood and Maxine Smith.

Brindley cherry blossoms

Spend a wonderful afternoon celebrating the beautiful cherry blossoms at Brindleyplace, one of Birmingham's most picturesque squares. Take a walk among the cherry blossom, have a go at blossom windsock making or browse the outdoor Art and Craft Market and food stalls.

Blossom Pen Pals

This spring, the National Trust is encouraging children across the country who are aged 5 to 11 to celebrate blossom by becoming a Blossom Pen Pal. Complete three blossom inspired spring tasks, including a short letter to a new pen pal, by 31 May. Email the address below for instructions. Tips and templates are included and every child or group who completes the tasks will receive a certificate.

A man admires blossom on a tree
Experience blossom in the city, Birmingham | © National Trust Images/Paul Harris

Durham

Blossom History Walk

Join us for a walk through time from Crook Hall, Durham City, to the Oriental Museum. This is a guided tour with historian Charlotte Spink (with an introductory talk from Peter Thompson, Botanic Garden manager), and includes lunch at the Botanic Gardens.

  • Dates and times: 17 and 19 April, 10.30am-4pm
  • Location: Crook Hall Gardens, Durham DH1 5SZ
Visit Crook Hall Gardens

Gateshead

Cycle and birdwatch the Tyne Derwent Way

E‑bike the whole of the Tyne Derwent Way and discover the incredible birdlife along the route.

Art Diamonds: Play with blossom with Sofia Barton

Celebrate the joy and 'wow' factor of spring blossom in this session with artist Sofia Barton. You will be using inks, pastels and pencils to celebrate the colour and vibrancy of nature and this season of new life.

Blossom @ The Late Shows

Join us for some blossom origami and papercraft as part of the North East Museum’s Late Shows.

A group of friends walk arm in arm admiring blossom
Admiring blossom in the city, Birmingham | © National Trust Images/Paul Harris

Manchester

Bloomtown Launch in Heaton Park

Pick up a Bloomtown Map to explore over 55 blossom hotspots across Greater Manchester and find ways to connect with nature this spring. From 11am to 3pm, there will be free family activities including haiku postcard printing and storytelling. You can also ‘Bling up your Bike’ with Bee Pedal Ready and take a ride around Heaton Hall. Celebrate World Poetry Day by taking part in ‘Stories in Bloom’, a guided poetry walk with Oak & Pen Tours. Find the Bloomtown pop-up outside the animal centre by the stables. Look out for the pink gazebo!

Visit Castlefield Viaduct

Blossom bike rides across Greater Manchester

Join a blossom bike ride this spring and discover blossom hotspots across Greater Manchester. Bee Pedal Ready has partnered with the National Trust again to deliver even more rides all over Greater Manchester to celebrate blossom and blooms. Choose from adult and family bike rides.

Stories in Bloom poetry walks

Join us for a series of poetry writing walks as part of Bloomtown. There will be walks at Heaton Park, Castlefield Viaduct and the city centre guiding you through the blooming trees and plants. After talking you through the blossoms at each stop, we will give you a related writing prompt. First timers and experienced poets alike are welcome, just remember your pen and paper.

  • For dates and times at each location and to book follow the below links:

Book Castlefield Viaduct Poetry Walk
Book City Centre Poetry Walk
Book Heaton Park Poetry Walk

Bloomtown Finale at Whitworth Park

Join the finale of Bloomtown at Whitworth Park. Watch this space for more details.

  • Date: 31 May
  • Location: Whitworth Park, Greater Manchester

Stockport

Stockport Blossom Walks

Join local creatives at An Actions Common to enjoy blossom through the artistic mediums of photography, poetry and drawing. There will be three 3.5km, guided walks to spot the urban blossom of Stockport, including a mid-way stop at Stockroom, followed by a brew and chat at What If? afterwards.

  • Date and times: 11, 15 and 25 April, 10am.
  • Location: Starting and ending at What If? Hardman Street, Edgeley, SK3 0BJ.

  • Contact hello@anactionscommon.org for more information.

Sunderland

Community Garden Week

Community Garden Week will take place from 5 to 11 April and will include the launch of the Blossom Project. Also look out for the Charles Muir floral artwork collection touring from Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens to Houghton and Washington libraries.

Swindon

Festival of Blossom in South Swindon

South Swindon Blossom Festival is a month-long celebration of spring, taking place throughout April across the parish’s parks and gardens. The festival aims to bring the community together through a vibrant programme of nature-inspired activity days, creative workshops and events for the whole family to enjoy. Designed to promote our local green spaces, the programme encourages residents of all ages to connect with nature, wellbeing and each other. From live performances to hands-on craft activities, the festival showcases the very best of South Swindon in spring.

 

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