7 Special places to see amazing Autumn Colours in England, Scotland and Wales near me
'As long as autumn lasts, I shall not have hands, canvas, and colours enough to paint the beautiful things I see' - Vincent van Gogh'
The best time to see 'Autumn Colours' often depends on preceding weather patterns but ranges from early October to the middle of November. The peak time is generally the last week in October.
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Aberglasney Gardens, near Carmarthen, South Wales
A sublime historic garden restoration that was made famous by the BBC television series 'A Garden Lost in Time'. Come autumn and the Woodland Walk gives amazing displays of Autumn Colours. Discover the Ninfarium: an award-winning indoor garden found within the ruined interior walls of the mansion.
Café, Partial Disabled Access.
Batsford Arboretum, Cotswolds, Gloucestershire
Set in 56 acres of lovely Cotswold countryside the arboretum contains over 1500 trees with species from all over the world, with spectacular autumn colours. Batsford Arboretum includes one of the largest Pulham Rock Gardens in Britain. It is 600 metres long and borders a stream tumbling down the hillside amongst colours from both shrubs and trees.
Café, Garden Centre, Partial Disabled Access, Dog Friendly.
Fountains Abbey, North Yorkshire, National Trust
One of the most beautiful places in Britain, and includes the UNESCO World Heritage site Studley Royal Water Gardens. The landscape is famous for the spectacular remains of 12th century Fountains Abbey, the Elizabethan Fountains Hall and a medieval deer park. Beautiful at any time but especially in autumn. Allow a whole day for your visit.
Café, Disabled Access, Dog Friendly.
Sheffield Park, Sussex (National Trust)
Set in the beautiful Sussex Countryside this amazing park was set out by Capability Brown in the 18th Century. The landscape includes Iconic bridges and the Pulham Falls cascade linking five mirror-like lakes and creating dramatic reflections of shape, texture and colour. Ideal for a walk in autumn amongst the glorious changing colours
Café, Disabled Access, Dog Friendly.
St Andrews Botanic Garden, Fife, Scotland
18 acres of gardens looking great in all seasons. Discover the Water Garden with the sound of water splashing on the rocks adding a sensual dimension to this area as well as providing a range of habitats for wildlife. Autumn is glorious with all shades of colour both in the flower borders and woodland.
Disabled Access.
Stourhead, Wiltshire (National Trust)
Take a walk in autumn around Stourhead and Lake, one of the most beautiful landscape gardens in the world. Discover a wonderful selection of temples including Classical temples, Temple of Flora, Temple of Apollo plus a rock bridge and cascade, all of which are situated around the tranquil lake. Stunning colours and reflections surround you everywhere you walk.
Café, Disabled Access, Dog Friendly
Westonbirt Arboretum, Gloucestershire
One of the finest places to see autumn colours in Britain with over 18,000 trees from all over the world. The arboretum is in 2 areas with 17 miles of way-marked trails. Between October and mid-November there are magnificent displays of golds, yellows, and reds not only from the acers and maples but also from native trees. Allow a whole day to make the best of your visit.
Café, Disabled Access, Dog Friendly in Silk Wood.
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