Where to see bluebells
Wondering where to see bluebells? Each spring, bluebells set our woodlands ablaze with their bright blue flowers. Find the best places to see bluebells in the UK this spring.
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Bluebell
In April and May, our ancient woodlands are awash with the much-loved, nodding heads of the bluebell. Millions of bulbs can exist in just one wood, giving rise to the 'blue carpets' that…
Spanish or native bluebell
Spring is the best time to see woodland floors carpeted with beautiful bluebells, but are they native bluebells or not? Find out how to tell the difference between native and Spanish bluebells.
Yellow archangel
As the bluebells fade, yellow archangel takes its turn to impress, with golden-yellow flowers carpeting our ancient woodlands.
Landpark Wood
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Small woodland with bluebells
Red campion
Just as the bluebells finish flowering in our woodlands, the rose-red blooms of red campion start to brighten up the woodland floor. Look for this pretty plant in hedges and roadsides, too.
Owley Wood
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An ancient woodland with an abundance of bluebells in the spring.
Rough Hill Wood
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Ancient woodland with beautiful springtime bluebells
How to identify
How to identify bird and butterflies in your gardens, tell the difference between native and Spanish bluebells, know your birds of prey, and identify droppings and tracks.
Bwlytai Wood
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A small wood awash with bluebells and wood anemones in spring
Short Wood and Southwick Wood
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A beautiful ancient woodland which is carpeted with bluebells in the spring
Spring Wood
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A beautiful woodland with an abundance of springtime bluebells and a haven for bats.