Where to see snowdrops in Wales

Discover the most enchanting spots to see the delicate dance of snowdrops as these frosty flowers turn the landscape into a winter wonderland. Wrap up warm and embark on a snowtastic adventure across Wales to chase down these seasonal wonders!

A family in a field of snowdrops — Snowdrops at National Trust

Snowdrops are now peeping their delicate heads through the winter leaves, marking a floral finale of winter and the first flush of spring. Keep an eye out for these hardy blooms on your winter walks in gardens, woodlands and parklands cared for by National Trust Cymru. The welcome sight of a little flash of white and tiny new buds while out on a walk can really lift the spirits during the winter months.

Dyffryn Gardens

Near Cardiff

Thousands of bulbs have been planted along the south front beds at Dyffryn Gardens, in front of the mansion house. Keep a look out for the season's first snowdrops emerging under the trees too.

Pick up a Winter Wander leaflet from the Welcome Centre on arrival which will help you find the season’s highlights.

Colby Woodland Garden

Pembrokeshire

Within this hidden wooded valley discover some pretty pockets of snowdrops blooming from mid to late February. You may find the little white blooms dotted along the edges of the stream and banks and at the bottom of the wildflower meadow.

For those who want a longer walk, head from the garden down to the village and sandy beach at Amroth for some sea air.

Powis Castle and Garden

Welshpool

In mid-Wales, you’ll find swathes of snowdrops scattered throughout the world-renowned terraced garden. They fill the banks of the Edwardian Formal Garden and surround the Daffodil Paddock, creating a picture perfect fairy-tale scene beneath the trees.

The gardening team recently planted a further 8,000 bulbs in the woodland which promises a beautiful boost to the 2025 displays.

Snowdrops will peak at National Trust Cymru places across Wales this month ©National Trust Images Paul Harris

DID YOU KNOW

There are hundreds of varieties of snowdrop. 'Galanthus' is the botanical name for snowdrop, meaning milk-white flowers. Whilst the Welsh term for snowdrops are pretty names: Lili Wen and Eirlys.

February is seasonally snowdrop time, but you may have spotted one or two delicate nodding heads making a welcome appearance as early as December, with displays in gardens and parklands across Wales usually continuing into March.