Morton Hall Gardens
It was only in 2019 that the Tulip Festival at Morton Hall was founded as the Midlands Bloms Bulbs show. In only four years, and despite the pandemic, it has become a hugely popular event renowned throughout the area and beyond.
This is a unique collaboration between Bloms Bulbs, Morton Hall Gardens and the Royal Shakespeare Company which receives the admission proceeds as part of Morton Hall’s long-standing support for the costume workshop.
Tulips at Morton Hall are planted in highly refined colour schemes in the formal gardens and in many elegant pot combinations to provide visitors with inspiration for their own plantings. Alongside the tulips, there is information about each variety and members of the Morton Hall gardening team are present to answer questions about tulip planting and care.
In addition to tulips in borders and pots, there is a stunning cut flower show hosted by Bloms with many more varieties and their expert advice at hand.
The colours and textures of the tulips are mirrored by a display of resplendent costumes from RSC productions which adds another festive element to the event.
Away from the tulip hubbub, visitors may stroll through Morton Hall’s tranquil Japanese woodland garden and dramatic Rockery with their serene spring displays. There are also 3 acres of Parkland Meadow with naturalized bulb planting to be admired.
A large marquee on the East lawn provides space and shelter for more than 150 guests. A variety of delicious meals and snacks are served throughout the day.
To facilitate access to the gardens and provide visitors with the best possible experience, tickets are timed and must be pre-booked. Ticket sales commence at the end of September 2023.
Tulip Festival 2024
4 to 6 May, 10 am to 5 pm. Last entry at 3.30 pm. To book, visit the garden homepage www.mortonhallgardens.co.ukand click on the red banner which takes you through to the RSC booking site.
Pashley Manor Gardens
PASHLEY MANOR GARDENS
Pashley Manor Gardens, Ticehurst, East Sussex
22nd April – 6th May 2024
Bloms Show Gardens at Pashley Manor are open from April until the end of October.
Pashley Manor Gardens is a beautiful garden located in the Sussex countryside in the United Kingdom. Each year, the garden plays host to the amazing Tulip Festival, where over 50,000 tulips from Bloms Bulbs are planted throughout the garden. This annual event is a major attraction for garden enthusiasts and nature lovers, and is a must-see destination for anyone visiting the area.
The Tulip Festival at Pashley Manor Gardens is a true celebration of spring, as the garden is transformed into a sea of colour and beauty. Over 50,000 tulips of all shapes, sizes, and colours are planted throughout the garden, creating a stunning display of flowers. Visitors can wander through the garden and marvel at the beauty of the tulips, which bloom in a range of shades including red, orange, yellow, white, pink, and purple.
During the Tulip Festival, visitors can also visit the marquee of cut flower tulips, which is attended by representatives of Bloms Bulbs. These experts are on hand to answer any questions you may have about the tulips and can help you place your order for bulbs to plant in your own garden. In addition to supplying the tulips for the Tulip Festival, Bloms Bulbs also supplies the gardens with about 2,000 dahlias every year for the Dahlia Days event in September.
The Dahlia Days event at Pashley Manor Gardens is a celebration of the beautiful dahlia flower. During the event, the garden is filled with a wide variety of dahlias, which come in a range of colours and shapes. Visitors can enjoy guided tours of the garden, talks and demonstrations by expert gardeners, and the opportunity to order dahlia tubers from Bloms Bulbs.
In addition to the tulips and dahlias, Pashley Manor Gardens is home to a wide variety of other plants and flowers, including roses and lilies. The garden also features a number of formal garden areas, including a rose garden, a water garden, and a formal parterre.
One of the unique features of Pashley Manor Gardens is the collection of rare and unusual plants that can be found throughout the garden. There are over 5,000 varieties of plants in the garden, many of which are rare or hard to find elsewhere. This makes Pashley Manor Gardens a paradise for plant enthusiasts and a great place to learn about different plant species.
In addition to the Tulip Festival and Dahlia Days, Pashley Manor Gardens also hosts a number of other events throughout the year, including gardening workshops, talks, and garden tours. The garden is also home to a tea room, a gift shop, and a plant nursery, where visitors can purchase plants and gardening supplies.
Overall, Pashley Manor Gardens is a must-see destination for anyone interested in gardens, plants, or nature. The annual Tulip Festival and Dahlia Days events are particularly special times to visit, as the garden is transformed into a breathtaking display of color and beauty. Whether you are an experienced gardener or simply enjoy being surrounded by beautiful plants and flowers, Pashley Manor Gardens is a wonderful place to spend an afternoon.
Tulip Festival 2023
Wednesday 19th April – Wednesday 3rd May
The garden is open from 10AM to 5PM
For more information visit:
Dahlia Days 2023
Wednesday 6th September – Saturday 16th September
The garden is open from 10AM to 5PM
For more information, visit: https://www.pashleymanorgardens.com/events/dahlia-
Constable Burton Hall Gardens
CONSTABLE BURTON HALL GARDENS
Constable Burton Hall, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 5LJ
Tulip Festival 2024
Saturday 4th May – Monday 6th May
The tulip festival at Constable Burton Hall Gardens is an annual event that attracts visitors from around the area. Located in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside, the Constable Burton Hall Gardens are home to a stunning collection of tulips that are in bloom each spring.
Over 6000 tulips can be admired in the grounds of Constable Burton Hall with a range of newly planted colour-themed and combination planting schemes in the borders to enjoy. We also look have a display of our Chelsea award-winning cut blooms in the Festival Lawn Marquees with a Bloms representative who will be on hand to provide advice and answer any questions.
Away from the tulips there are beautiful woodland walks and garden trails to discover including The Daffodil Field, a large collection which has naturalised over the years beneath the old oak trees and the tranquil Reflection Ponds which were reclaimed after historically being used as the water source for the Georgian Ice House.
A wide range of food is available in the Festival Lawn Marquee prepared daily by the estate chef, who has also created a selection of delicious festival picnic boxes for all tastes & ages. We advise pre-booking refreshments to avoid disappointment, and we can personally recommend the sausage rolls.
You can enjoy your food in our Festival Lawn Marquees or at one of the picnic areas located around the gardens.
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