Those beautiful little white flowers are one of the first signs that spring is nearly here, and it’s time to get back outside! For me, snowdrops are the first of my flower spotting walks, then there’s daffodils and bluebells. Here’s my guide to the best snowdrop walks in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Oxfordshire and Hertfordshire.
All of the dates of these snowdrop walks have now been updated for 2024 and are correct at the time of going to press. Please double check their website before visiting though in case of closure.
Snowdrop walks in Buckinghamshire
I couldn’t really compile a list of Buckinghamshire snowdrop walks without starting at Stowe Landscape Gardens. Not only is the site itself a brilliant day out, the snowdrop walk is beautiful too!
Cliveden, near Taplow is another top National Trust spot for snowdrops. The woodland area is full of them!
At this time of year Daffodil Hill at Waddesdon Manor near Aylesbury is full of snowdrops. The hill is huge so it’s a pretty impressive display! There’s also lots of hidden snowdrops if you follow the Baron’s Walk.
Not to be outdone, Hughenden Manor near High Wycombe has it’s own stunning display each year. Just down the road West Wycombe Park is holding it’s own snowdrop walk on the 18th February in aid of the Motor Neurone Disease Association.
Snowdrop walks in Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire
On the 25th February there’s a snowdrop & plant fair at Kingston Bagpuize House and garden in Oxfordshire. The gardens are also open on the 4th, 7th, 11th, 14th, 18th, 21st, 25th & 28th February 2024.
The slopes of Upton House, near Banbury are covered in snowdrops, but they can also be found throughout the gardens. It’s one of my favourite places for a snowdrop walk in Oxfordshire.
You’d be forgiven for thinking that you can only see snowdrops at National Trust properties! Waterperry gardens has a spectacular display. You can wander through the woodland area and cross the stream, all surrounded by snowdrops!
On the 10th, 17th & 21st February Thenford gardens and arboretum are holding snowdrop days.
Not actually Oxfordshire, Welford Park in Newbury has one of the best displays of snowdrops I know of. It’s incredible. Welford Park is also the home of the Great British Bake Off! Only until the 3rd March, closed Monday & Tuesday.
Benington Lordship near Stevenage are holding snowdrop walks from the 3rd Feb – 25th February 11:00 – 16:00.
Walkern Hall, also near Stevenage, only open for one snowdrop weekend per year. This year it’s the 3rd & 4th from 12:00 – 16:00.
The King’s Arm Garden in Ampthill, Bedfordshire has nothing to do with the pub! But it is a spectacular place to see snowdrops. Open on the 18th February from 14:00 – 16:00.
Houghton Hall Park near Dunstable is free to visit (for up to 3 hours) and has lots of snowdrops. Open every day.
One of the nicest snowdrop walks in Bedfordshire is actually at the Shuttleworth Trust in Biggleswade. Plus you get to look around their aircraft museum, explore the gardens and play in the playground!
Where else could you visit?
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For lots of other family days out across our area have a look at the searchable map. There’s links to all of my reviews, including brief summaries of the key information you need to know.
This guide to snowdrop walks in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Oxfordshire and Hertfordshire has been updated for 2022. All dates are correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change. Please check the venue website and social media channels before visiting to confirm the latest details.
