Warwick's Hill Close Gardens annual snowdrop event returns - with hundreds of varieties on display
Warwick's Hill Close Gardens is set to host its annual snowdrop event later this month where there will be hundreds of varieties on display.
The collection of Victorian gardens will welcome visitors for its Snowdrop Weekend on Saturday January 31 and Sunday February 1, from 11am to 4pm.
The annual event marks the arrival of the first signs of spring, with more than 130 varieties of snowdrops flowering across Hill Close Gardens’ 16 restored Victorian detached gardens.
Snowdrop Weekend is one of Warwick’s first festivals of the year, attracting gardeners, plant collectors, and social history enthusiasts.
There will be rare and common snowdrop varieties across the gardens – including Galanthus ‘Warwickshire Gemini’ – a local snowdrop variety often producing two flowers per bulb.
Popular with collectors, this cultivar reflects Hill Close Gardens’ ongoing commitment to preserving and showcasing rare and heritage plants, while sharing their stories with the public.
Richard Eddy, trustee at Hill Close Gardens, said: “Snowdrop Weekend is one of the most special times to visit the gardens.
"The snowdrops may be small, but they create an extraordinary display and offer a real sense of hope and renewal at the heart of winter.
"It’s a wonderful way to experience both the beauty of nature and the history of Hill Close Gardens.”
As well as the displays, visitors can purchase selected snowdrop varieties from the plant sales.
Richard added: “Snowdrop Weekend provides an ideal winter outing for individuals, couples, and families looking to combine seasonal interest with local history in a relaxed setting.”
For more information and admission prices go to: https://hillclosegardens.com/