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Bulbs planted in autumn come to life now and deliver vibrant bursts of colour – a joy to see after the dark winter months. Daffodils (more on those overleaf) and tulips are enduring symbols of spring

Just a hop, skip and jump from London, but a million miles from the stresses of the city, newly refurbished countryside retreat Burnham Beeches makes a perfect escape, whether you’re seeking a Mother’

● Pashley Manor Gardens Tulip Festival Easter Monday 21st April – Bank Holiday Monday 5th May, East Sussex Pashley’s annual tulip festival is a riot of elegant planting, with over 48,000 tulip bulbs c

Coneysthorpe, North Yorkshire YO60 7DD T 01653 648316 W castlehowardholidayhomes.co.uk OPEN All year Located on the Castle Howard estate, this lakeside holiday site’s touring area has spacious, hardst

One of the most rewarding ways to enjoy this quieter time of year is to make a trip to your nearest snowdrop garden. This February, galanthophiles from across the world will travel to Somerset for She

When Ian Brodie inherited Brodie Castle, Morayshire, in 1889, he not only became owner of this magnificent building, but the setting was also perfect for growing his favourite flower, the daffodil. Ia