As the dull, wet, and gloomy weather continues, we can’t help but look forward to better Spring weather.
And nothing signals the transition to Spring like the bloom of beautiful snowdrops and the Scottish Snowdrop Festival.
The white plant, also known as Galanthus, typically blooms between January and March, bringing that much-needed hope that the rain and cold will eventually leave.
If you need a little bit of spring joy in your life we’ve put together a list of some of the best places you can enjoy a snowdrop-covered walk in Scotland.
Cambo Gardens, Fife
Head to Cambo Gardens for a relaxing woodland walk.
You can also attend Scottish Snowdrop festival events at Cambo Gardens by booking tickets here.
Where is it: Cambo Gardens, Kingsbarns, St Andrews, Fife, KY16 8QD
The Royal Botanic Gardens, Edinburgh
The Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh are also members of the festival and you can find out more here.
Where is it: Arboretum Pl, Edinburgh EH3 5NZ
Attadale Gardens, Wester Ross
The Attadale Gardens are fully open on April 1 but are open specially for the festival every Thursday in February.
Situated across the Loch from Lochcarron, you can enjoy a peaceful Spring walk and take in the sight of the bloomed snowdrops.
Where is it: Attadale Gardens, Strathcarron, Wester Ross, IV54 8YX
Scone Palace, Perthshire
The Scone Palace has an entire celebration of snowdrops. On a leisurely walk within the 100 acres of land, you will find snowdrops dotted all over.
Where is it: Scone Palace, Perth, Scotland PH2 6BD
Dawyck Botanic Garden, Scottish Borders
Dawyck Gardens is a perfect location to enjoy the beautiful snowdrops with its five-star displays.
On Sundays from February 6 to March 27, you can enjoy an hour-long guided walk amongst the snowdrops.
Where is it: Stobo, Peebles EH45 9JU
Lang Craigs, Dumbarton
Lang Craigs is a great location for a snowdrop-covered hike and only a short drive from Glasgow. It is situated in the lower areas of the Kilpatrick hills and gives you fantastic views of Dumbarton Rock and Ben Lomond.
Where is it: Overtoun Brg, Dumbarton G82 3PQ
Want to find out more about the Scottish Snowdrop Festival? Click here for the Visit Scotland website and information on this year's festival.
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