London's largest free flower festival returned this May with its most ambitious theme yet. Here is what you can't miss. Every year, for one week in May, Chelsea transforms. Shopfronts that spend the other 51 weeks of the year selling jewellery, activewear, and juice suddenly sprout planets, mermaids, and astronauts. Streets that are already among London's most elegant become something stranger and more wonderful. Chelsea in Bloom has been doing this since 2005, and in its 21s

Bluebells are a sublime sight to behold in London (as you can see for yourself in this Insta reel). They also offer an extraordinary chance to discover London's purest natural spots and immerse ourselves deep into the city's inner woodlands on a multisensory scale. London's Enchanted Spring: Embracing the Majesty of Bluebell Blooms As winter's chill gives way to the gentle embrace of spring, London transforms into a symphony of colors and fragrances. Among the many wonders th

Buckingham Palace Gardens is a large private park located in the heart of London, UK. The gardens are situated behind Buckingham Palace, the official residence of the British monarch, and the largest private garden in the British capital (covering 17 hectares/42 acres). The gardens are open to the public only during the summer months when the monarch is not in residence, usually from late July to early October. During this time, visitors can take a guided tour of the gardens

Chelsea’s venerated free-to-attend annual floral art show returns. As we bid spring farewell, let’s welcome summer by visiting London’s largest public festival of flowers. For five days only, the world-class alternative flowery celebration will elevate the streets of Chelsea with awe-inspiring displays made of plants. Chelsea’s best restaurants, retailers, and hotels will adorn their already-chic facades with ingenious designs to compete for the sought-after awards. What’s th

Wander through 60 varieties of flourishing tulips in one iconic place: the Hampton Court Palace Gardens. Yes, the annual Tulip Festival is back, claiming the title of the biggest Tulip Festival in the UK! Here's a sneak photo preview. Once again, Hampton Court's spectacular floral event greets its visitors with dozens of rare, specialist, and historic tulip varieties inspired by Mary ll's popular 17th-century collection at Hampton Court Palace. Exploring the Gardens Take a st

It was a freezing Saturday morning but seeing Hyde Park inundated with mini carpets of snowdrops and daffodils warmed our souls with fresh hope: yes, spring is on its way (at last!). We just have to brave another stormy February.

Are you searching for London’s most exotic sky-high foliage-filled garden? Look no further than the top of the 37-storey Walkie Talkie building. Opened in January 2015, Sky Garden is a tropical indoor atrium that covers three floors located 155 metres above the ground. Quite impressive, right? No wonder it's the perfect spot to take in some of the best views over the whole city without paying a single penny. (Yes, access to the Sky Garden is free of charge!). The distinctive

Make this spring memorable and book a special 90-minute visit to the Buckingham Palace Garden! Enjoy the blissful serenity of the Queen’s majestic gardens when they’re not typically available to the general public. An experienced royal warden will help you discover all the seasonal highlights during a limited number of just 9 guided tours. You'll have special access to the whole 39-acre private land in full springtime when the historic garden is flourishing with the utmost fr

The Tower of London celebrates the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty the Queen with a spectacular, colourful, and vibrant sea of flowers....

Each winter, Grosvenor Square in London transforms into a radiant sea of glowing white roses as part of the Ever After Garden. This serene and luminous installation invites visitors to celebrate and honor the memories of loved ones while supporting a meaningful cause. Grosvenor Square Roses: A Garden of Remembrance The Ever After Garden, now in its third year, features over 25,000 roses collected from previous editions. The initiative was co-created by writer Camilla Morton a

Every year in May, Chelsea becomes London’s very own floral paradise thanks to Chelsea in Bloom. This year, the flowery competition moved to September, along with its big brother - the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. For the 15th year, Chelsea in Bloom extends the iconic flower show into the heart of the royal borough and has become known as the free-of-charge complementary alternative to the main event. So here we are, in September 2021 (better late than never AND in enchanting Ind

Every spring, Hampton Court Palace’s world-famous gardens become a sensational flourishing display of colourful blooms spread everywhere across the 750 acres (304 hectares) of parkland and the 60 acres of outstanding formal gardens gorgeously located within a loop of the River Thames. Hampton Court Tulip Festival: A Royal Tradition 2021 introduced a special twist which made it more special than usual since it brought the inaugural edition of the Hampton Court Palace Tulip Fes

Your complete guide to magnolia hotspots across the city - from hidden residential streets to famous parks - with best bloom times, photography tips, and a walking route. 🌸 Every March, something magical happens to London. The city that spent the winter in greys and browns suddenly erupts in pale pink and white - and the magnolias are to blame. For a brief, glorious few weeks, residential streets across West and Central London transform into something you'd think was staged

If you often fantasize about a purple field of - let's say - crocus bulbs, then The Ham House Gardens in Richmond Upon Thames near London is the place to be every spring from now on. The National Trust has planted 120,000 Ruby Giant Crocuses and every year in February-March, Londoners can admire these spectacular purple carpets in full bloom. Ham House History in a Nutshell Known as one of the grandest Stuart houses in England, Ham House was originally built in 1610 on the ru