Welford Park 5-acre wood & snowdrops GOLD

Welford Park near Newbury - Winter Gardens and Snowdrops

 

The award-winning Welford Park Winter Gardens and Snowdrops display is opening Wednesday 4th February to Sunday 1st March 2026, for the public to enjoy the swathes of snowdrops, hellebores, aconites and winter flowering shrubs.

 

Welford Park boasts one of the finest spread of Galanthus in the UK. The dainty droplets of snowdrops thrive amongst the 5-acre beech wood, enchanting riverbanks of the River Lambourn and the G.cultivars are in the formal garden of Welford Park.

 

Enjoy a walk around the grounds of the picture-perfect Queen Anne style house (not open), then head to the Tea Tent for a warming drink. You can also visit St Gregorys Church and visit the Gift shop to round off a lovely visit.

 

Your entry includes a hot cup of coffee or tea. Cakes may be available for purchase in the tea tent.

 

A family home for over 400 years, Welford Park is steeped in history. Once the site of a monastery until the dissolution of the monasteries in 1536, then turned deer-hunting lodge of Henry VIII, Welford Park found its way into our family in 1618.

 

The grounds and the house were largely planned by Charles Eyre and he was responsible for planting a spectacular collection of specimen trees, many of which you can still see today. Welford Park Estate has a vibrant social community and a productive rural enterprise, focused on protecting the land and farming in an environmentally responsible and sustainable way.

 

The family are delighted and privileged to be able to share the house’s history and grounds by welcoming guests throughout the year for special events.

 

Entry booked for 11.30am and on the return journey, you will enjoy a scenic drive through the Wiltshire villages.

 

Please note: sensible outdoor footwear and clothing is advised.

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