We’re so lucky living here in Sevenoaks, Kent with access to beautiful countryside and woodlands. These gorgeous woods come into their own and we’re treated to a spectacular display of bluebells. Here’s a list of some of the best local places to experience them…
Paid entry:
You can enjoy a gentle stroll along Lake Walk and into the Woodland Walk to view the spectacular bluebells. Tickets for entry to Hever can be booked online.
You can enjoy trails through the Chestnut Woods which are carpeted in blue. Tickets for entry to Riverhill Gardens can be purchased online.
Explore Ightham’s 500-acre estate with marked routes through the woodlands. Booking essential.
Emmetts Garden, Ide Hill
Emmetts is very popular for bluebells and they recommend visiting mid week if you want a quieter experience. Booking essential.
Penshurst Place is glorious during bluebell season. Stroll the acres of parkland surrounding the estate, before venturing into the beautifully manicured formal gardens.
Local walks:
Members can stroll through the many acres of beautiful woodland and grounds at St Julians. There is also a family friendly 2k woodland trail for members to enjoy.
You can park in the National Trust car park for free and explore the woodland paths adorned with bluebells. Note the car park does get very busy at weekends.
Just past Polhill, you’ll find a vast expanse of woodland to explore, carpeted in beautiful bluebells.
Shoreham Woods is actually five different woodlands, all linked together by rolling downland grazed by sheep. In spring, much of the woodland is carpeted with a spectacular display of bluebells. You can park nearby to explore.
Trosley Country Park is famous for its colourful displays of bluebells in the spring. Stroll through the woodlands to find the beautiful flowers in bloom.
For more walking routes to enjoy this Spring, head to our 10 Spring Walks blog.
