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Autumn Colours Leaves 2026 near me

2026 -
Where can I see the best Autumn colours and leaves near me and in England, Scotland and Wales?
You can see the best Autumn Colours near me in England, Scotland and Wales on our Autumn Colours page below.

When is the best time to see Autumn Colours near me in England, Scotland and Wales?
The best time to see Autumn Colours near me in England, Scotland and Wales is from October to mid November.

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Acers and maples turn colour first and you will normally have to wait a couple of weeks before Native trees turn. It is probably best to phone before travelling distances.
Our top choices: Westonbirt Arboretum (Gloucs), Batsford Arboretum (Gloucs), Winkworth Arboretum (Surrey) Sheffield Park (Sussex) Thorp Perrow (Yorkshire)

You might also want to take a short break and our guide features places to stay near your destinations.
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Aberglasney Gardens

RHS Partner Garden

Aberglasney Gardens, near Llangathen

Carmarthenshire, Aberglasney is a sublime garden that was made famous by the BBC television series ‘A Garden Lost in Time’ and is now one of the finest in Wales. Visitors can explore 10 acres of over 20 different garden styles from formal to woodland. HOUSE OPEN

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Anglesey Abbey Gardens

Anglesey Abbey and Gardens, Cambridge

Cambridgeshire, The garden at Anglesey Abbey was developed by the 1st Lord Fairhaven from 1926 and has become one of the British Isles most beautiful 20th century gardens.

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Ardchattan Priory - a lovely garden near Oban

Historic Houses

Ardchattan Priory Garden, Oban

Argyll, Ardchattan Priory Garden was first the home to Valliscaulian monks in the 13th century it has evolved over the years and now boasts fine herbaceous borders as well as a rockery and shrub borders.

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Ardkinglas Woodland Snowdrops

Ardkinglas Woodland Garden

Argyll and Bute, The Ardkinglas Garden is of interest to the plant enthusiast or those wanting a peaceful woodland walk - watch out for the red squirrels. Includes Gruffalo Trail for kids!

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Ardmaddy Castle Garden

Ardmaddy Castle Garden near Oban

Argyll, Ardmaddy Castle Garden surrounds a 15th century castle with lovely views to the sea.

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Arley Hall Garden

Arley Hall Garden, near Northwich

Cheshire, At Arley Hall Gardens there are lovely displays of bulbs, early rhododendrons and magnolias and in the summer the walled garden and sun-dial garden come into their own, together with the magnificent herbaceous border and Arbour walk.

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Arlington Court Garden Bluebells

Arlington Court and Garden near Barnstaple - National Trust

Devon, Explore the historic Arlington Court and Gardens an outstanding National Trust property near Barnstaple in Devon - All you need to know!

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John's Garden at Ashwood Nurseries

Ashwood Nurseries, John's Garden, Kingswinford

Staffordshire, A beautiful 9 acre canal side garden covering 9 acres created by John Massey VMH. Something to see in all seasons. The garden includes woodland, cottage garden plantings, a rock garden, meadows and wildlife. In February see fine displays of snowdrops

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Audley End Gardens

English Heritage

Audley End House and Garden, near Saffron Walden

Essex, Audley End is a glorious Jacobean stately home owned by English Heritage with outstanding gardens..

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Balmoral Castle and Gardens

Historic Houses

Balmoral Castle, near Ballater

Aberdeenshire, Loved by the late Queen Elizabeth II - Balmoral Castle and its great gardens have been the Scottish home of the Royal Family since it was purchased for Queen Victoria by Prince Albert in 1852.

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Bates Green Garden Daffodils

RHS Partner Garden

Bates Green Garden near Eastbourne

Sussex, Bates Green Garden, sitting in the beautiful Sussex country side has naturalistic plantings with all year round interest

COTTAGE GARDEN, SNOWDROPS, BLUEBELLS, DAFFODILS, 6 ACRE WILDFLOWER MEADOW

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Batsford Arboretum Daffodils

RHS Partner Garden

Batsford Arboretum, near Moreton on Marsh

Gloucestershire, Batsford Arboretum is set in 56 acres of lovely Cotswold Countryside and contains over 1500 trees with species from all over the world.

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Belmont House & Gardens, Faversham

Historic Houses

Belmont House & Gardens, Faversham

Kent, Beautiful Gardens surround this historic house, includuing a recent Kitchen Garden by Arabella Lennox-Boyd. House Tours available. A wonderful place to visit for both garden lovers and historians.

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Belsay Hall Garden

English Heritage

Belsay Hall Garden

Northumberland, The gardens at Belsay Hall date from the late 1700s and have evolved from that time to become one of the best in the Northern Counties. One of the features is the 11 acre quarry where many exotic and rare plants grow. HOUSE ALSO OPEN

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Belton House Garden

Belton House and Garden, near Grantham

Lincolnshire, The Gardens at Belton House built in the late 1600s have been restored over recent years. Intricate parterres marked with box hedges lie close to the Castle, and a dramatic herbaceous border frames views across the lake. House open

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Beth Chatto Garden

RHS Partner Garden

Beth Chatto Garden, near Colchester

Essex, Discover the Beth Chatto Gardens started to be created in in 1960 when the site was an overgrown wasteland between two farms. Today it is one of the most important gardens in England.

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Beautiful garden in Devon Bicton Park

Bicton Park Botanical Gardens, near Exeter

Devon, Visit the beautiful Bicton Park Botanical Gardens near Exeter in Devon, take your dog and kids too! The formal Italian garden holds centre stage with fountains and a blaze of colour, flanked by stream, American and Mediterranean gardens.

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Biddulph Grange Gardens

Biddulph Grange Garden

Staffordshire, The gardens at Biddulph Grange are perhaps one of the most exciting and unusual gardens in England. Visitors are taken on a miniature tour of the world including China, Egypt and a Scottish Glen.

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Blenheim Palace Gardens

RHS Partner Garden

Blenheim Palace Garden, near Woodstock

Oxfordshire, Britain’s Greatest Palace with amazing gardens and grounds. The lake here was created by Capability Brown. The Historic Palace, birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill is also open.

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Autumn colour

RHS Partner Garden

Bluebell Arboretum and Nursery

Derbyshire, One of the finest collections of unusual trees and shrubs in Derbyshire

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Bodnant Rose Gardens

Bodnant Garden, North Wales

Conwy, Bodnant Garden is perched above the River Conwy it has views across the valley to the Snowdonia National Park. One of Britain's finest Gardens, with something to see all year - ROSES, RHODODENDRONS, WATERFALLS, GLORIOUS AUTUMN COLOURS

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Borde Hill Rose Gardens

Historic Houses

Borde Hill Garden, near Haywards Heath

Sussex, Discover Borde Hill Gardens near Haywards Heath set in 200 acres of the Sussex Countryside - Many of the plants originate from the Himalayas, China and the Andes, and date back to the 1900’s. Great to visit anytime of year!

RHODODENDRONS, WOODLAND GARDEN, ROSES, WATER GARDEN, AUTUMN COLOURS

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Brobury Garden Herefordshire

Brobury House & Gardens, Bredwardine

Herefordshire, Beautifully maintained Victorian Garden on the banks of the River Wye and a garden for all seasons

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Brodsworth Hall Gardens

English Heritage

Brodsworth Hall and Garden, near Doncaster

Yorkshire, The gardens at Brodsworth Hall have been restored and are a copy of the 1860s design. House is also open.

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Calke Abbey Garden

Calke Abbey and Garden, near Derby

Derbyshire, Although the Gardens at Calke Hall are not extensive this National Trust property is a great day out. House open.

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Cambridge University Botanic Garden

Cambridge University Botanic Garden, in Cambridge

Cambridgeshire, Landscape highlights at Cambridge Botanic Garden include the Winter Garden, the richly-fragranced Scented Garden, the buzzing Bee Borders.

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Castle Hill Garden

Castle Hill Gardens, in Devon

Devon, Welcome to Castle Hill, a beautiful Palladian house in its wondrous Grade 1 landscape in North Devon.

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Cholmondeley Castle Gardens

RHS Partner Garden

Cholmondeley Castle Gardens, near Malpas

Cheshire, Discover Cholmondeley Castle Gardens and see the romantic Temple and Folly Water Gardens, Glade, Arboretum, double herbaceous bordered Lavinia Walk, ornamental woodland upon Tower Hill and much more!

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Clumber Park Gardens

Clumber Park Gardens, near Worksop

Nottinghamshire, Clumber Park is set in over 3,800 acres of parkland, peaceful woods and open heath including a superb Serpentine Lake.

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Compton Acres Garden

RHS Partner Garden

Compton Acres Gardens, near Poole

Dorset, Compton Acres has 10 acres of gardens with lovely views over Poole Harbour and the distant Purbeck Hills.

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