Snowdrop season at Goldsborough Hall
Goldsborough Hall, near Knaresborough, will once again open its historic gardens for visitors to enjoy the spectacular display of snowdrops on selected dates throughout February.
This much-loved annual event offers a rare opportunity to explore the private grounds of this former Royal residence, where carpets of snowdrops, hellebores, and winter aconites transform the winter landscape into a picture of quiet beauty.
The Snowdrop Walk features more than 110 different varieties and species of snowdrops, creating an impressive living collection that has become one of Yorkshire’s hidden gems. Visitors can also look out for the Hall’s now-famous kokedamas – delicate snowdrop ‘baubles’ suspended from the trees, adding a touch of whimsy to the gardens.
A visit would not be complete without a gentle stroll along the Lime Tree Walk, planted by members of the Royal family in the 1920s, and a wander through the glasshouse and kitchen garden.
On Snowdrop Sundays, guests can warm up in the Orangery, where hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, and freshly baked scones will be served. There will also be free garden talks from the Hall’s Head Gardener and a plant stall from Summerfield Nursery.
Admission is £7.50 for adults, with free entry for children. Dogs on leads are welcome.
More details: www.goldsboroughhall.com