Gloucestershire &amp; Worcestershire


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<p>Rouse the kids, rally a friend, or treat the dog to a gossamer-grade walk amongst  Spring&#8217;s pink riot.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-batsford-arboretum-moreton-in-marsh"><a href="http://www.batsarb.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Batsford Arboretum</a>, Moreton-in-Marsh</h2>



<p>It’s a blossom frenzy at Batsford Arboretum with its beautiful National Collection of Japanese Flowering Cherries which take over as the stars of the show every Spring. This famous display usually flowers from early April onwards. The 60-acre arboretum has more than 120 varieties dotted around the grounds. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-lydney-park-estate-forest-of-dean"><a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.lydneyparkestate.co.uk/" target="_blank">Lydney Park Estate</a>, Forest of Dean</h2>



<p>Lydney Park is a 17th-century country estate surrounding Lydney House, in the gorgeous and wild Forest of Dean. Well known for its fabulous gardens and Roman temple, come during April for it’s plentiful blossom and cherry trees. Rhododendrons are a particular highlight when they begin to flower in spring.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-westonbirt-arboretum-westonbirt"><a href="https://www.forestryengland.uk/westonbirt/spring" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Westonbirt Arboretum</a>, Westonbirt</h2>



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<p>Westonbirt may be famed for its autumn colours, but the blossoming season is one of its best kept secrets. Head here for spectacular spring blooms from exotic magnolias, camellias and rhododendrons to the scene stealing cherry plum blossom and beautiful carpets of bluebells throughout the woodland walks. </p>



<p>Wander through Silk Wood to find bluebells and wildflowers covering the woodland floor, explore the magnolia and rhododendron displays in the Old Arboretum, and keep an eye out for the cherry blossom in Cherry Glade during April and May. Pick up an activity leaflet at the Welcome Building during Easter that is full of ideas and suggested locations for you to explore spring through your senses.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-kiftsgate-court-gardens-glos"><a href="http://www.kiftsgate.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kiftsgate Court Gardens</a>, Glos</h2>



<p>Perched on a hillside in Mickleton, Kiftsgate Court Gardens have been lovingly developed by three generations of female gardeners. Spring brings waves of seasonal colour, from daffodils lining the drive beneath old lime trees to blossom in the orchard and bluebells appearing later in the season.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-london-road-cherry-trees-amp-imperial-gardens-cheltenham">London Road Cherry Trees &amp; Imperial Gardens, Cheltenham</h2>



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<p>We love a pop-up blossom encounter in an urban setting and this famed grassy spot in Cheltenham gives onlookers a breathtaking display every year. A circle of around 20 trees come to life during April full of pink cherry blossom. Find it at the crossroads of London Road and Hewlett Road in the heart of this lovely Regency town. Don&#8217;t miss a stroll through Imperial Gardens too, which is surrounded with lovely pink blossom trees, some with benches to sit beneath to take in the scenery.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-hidcote-chipping-campden"><a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hidcote" target="_blank">Hidcote</a>, Chipping Campden</h2>



<p>One of the best known Arts and Crafts Gardens in the UK is home at this time of year to some amazing blossom. Open for pre-booked slots, take a visit to this gorgeous house and grounds which is bursting into life with cherry trees, magnolias and more from March to May.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-evesham-blossom-trail-nbsp-vale-of-evesham"><a href="http://www.visitworcestershire.org/place/the-vale-of-evesham-the-blossom-trail/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Evesham Blossom Trail,</a>&nbsp;Vale of Evesham</h2>



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<p>Head for the world-famous blossom trail – known as England’s Blossom Trail, no less! Covering 45 miles, walk part of it or drive through it at leisure. This famous route meanders its way through the pretty Vale of Evesham. Head towards Pershore or Evesham, and you’ll soon start spotting the brown road signs telling you that you’re on the blossom trail.&nbsp;The apple, pear and plum trees grown in one of England’s most fertile areas burst into flower for the spring.&nbsp;From March to May, the blossoms follow on one from another: expect soft pinks of cherry and apple blossom, gossamer whites of pear and plum and damsons in abundance.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-sezincote-house-and-garden">Sezincote House and Garden</h2>



<p>Sezincote feels a world away from traditional English gardens. Inspired by Indian architecture, the grounds feature striking ornamental buildings, canals and a beautiful water garden filled with unusual plants. A spring visit is the perfect excuse to stroll through the landscape and take in the vibrant planting as the season gets underway.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-cerney-house-gardens">Cerney House Gardens</h2>



<p>Often described as a hidden gem near Cirencester, Cerney House Gardens has a relaxed, slightly wild charm. Spring brings a mixture of seasonal blooms including dahlias and alliums, while the Victorian walled garden is a lovely place to wander. Afterwards, visitors can stop by the Bothy tearoom for tea and cake, or browse the Potting Shed shop for plants and fresh flowers.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-dyrham-park">Dyrham Park</h2>



<p>A little outside Gloucestershire but well worth the trip, Dyrham Park features 270 acres of parkland and gardens in South Gloucestershire. In Spring the grounds come alive with colourful planting, and later in the season the estate hosts striking displays of tulips across the orchard and formal garden areas. Guided tours offer a closer look at the planting and tips from the garden team.</p>



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<p>It’s not all stately homes and country parks for blossom – nip over the border into Oxfordshire for some more blossom bliss. Good places to see it include the <a href="https://www.parks.ox.ac.uk/home#/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">University Parks</a>, where you can picnic besides carpets of spring bulbs.&nbsp;</p>



<p>There are also blooming marvellous displays at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.friendsofheadingtonhillpark.org.uk/index.php/trees/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Headington Hill Park</a>&nbsp;with its gorgeous magnolias and unusual Japanese Bitter Orange trees, which flower in spring. Or go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.oxford.gov.uk/directory_record/358/south_park" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">South Park</a>, which has a fit trail and play area as well as spring flowering trees through which to admire the dreaming spires.</p>



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