I decided to share where to find the best snowdrops in Devon, after stumbling upon some in a local woodland. I was also excited to have the first snowdrops appear in our own garden. I took these lovely sightings as a sign that I needed to share a condensed list of the best gardens, woodlands and National Park places to find these beautiful first signs of spring.
Knightshayes
Bolham, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 7RG
We spotted the first very early daffodils here before Christmas Day! However, the snowdrops still carpet the ground in the formal garden and in the woodland around the house.
Killerton
Broadclyst, Exeter, Devon, EX5 3LE
Head up from the visitor centre towards Deer Park, and you will find some gorgeous clumps of Snowdrops. Explore further from the house into Dane’s Wood and Ashclyst Wood to find even more. You may even come across some grazing highland cattle.
Garden House
Yelverton, Devon. PL20 7LQ
One of Britain’s finest gardens, the Garden House has over 400 snowdrops. You can visit their annual Snowdrop Festival from 12th January to 10th March – open from 10.30am till 3.30pm every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. It certainly won’t disappoint!
Dartington Gardens
2 Tower Cottages, Dartington Hall, Totnes TQ9 6E
They are currently running a special offer: get 25% off tickets to their Gardens until 18 February 2024 – that means family tickets from only £7.50!
Experience a sense of tranquillity at this impressive Grade II* listed gardens. 26 acres of tended grounds, you’ll find a range of stunning features and of course snowdrops! On arrival, you can pick up a garden guide (included in the ticket price), and there’s also an activity trail for children to engage in with hidden paths to explore.
St Raphael’s Chapel, Huccaby Dartmoor
Huccaby Ashburton, PL20 6SB
Snowdrops are scattered all over Dartmoor, so your journey in and out of the National Park will be a real treat. On the top of the snowdrop list is St Raphael’s Chapel. A carpet of snowdrops that date back long before the Chapel. Please note they will not be selling the potted snowdrops this year.
Higher Cherubeer
Dulton, Winkleigh, Devon, EX19 8PP
Part of the National Garden Scheme; their open days are as follows – 2nd & 17th February 14.30-16.30
This 1 3/4 acre country garden opens up in Winter, to share their gorgeous national collection of Cyclamen and 400 varieties of snowdrops!
RHS Rosemoor
Great Torrington, Devon, EX38 8PH
Join an RHS expert on a free guided Snowdrop walk through the garden daily at noon to learn more about this species and other early spring-flowering bulbs. Or, follow the fun family trail to find one of the best Snowdrops in Devon displays in the garden in your own time.
Snowdrop Valley Exmoor
The main car park will be at the Cutcombe Cattle Market (TA24 7DT)
The incredible Snowdrop Valley near Wheddon Cross on Exmoor. ‘Snowdrop Valley’ is named so for obvious reasons. The land is privately owned but the local parish council allow visitors to appreciate this remarkable natural sight by opening it to the public each year and arranging various transport links.
Coleton Fishacre
Brownstone Road, Kingswear, Devon, TQ6 0EQ
Snowdrops and sea views are a perfect combination for a stroll around these NT gardens.
Saltram
Plympton, Plymouth, Devon, PL7 1U
Carpets of snowdrops, fine displays of hellebores, and camellias are among the few Winter blooms you will find on this beautiful estate.
Kinever Valley
Mortehoe, North Devon. EX34 7ET
Starting in the village of Mortehoe, you’ll follow the road as it leads you out into the countryside down a hidden wooded valley filled with snowdrops.
I hope you get a chance to visit one or more of these best snowdrops in Devon locations. I would love to hear of any more snowdrop recommendations in Devon. Please drop a comment in the box below!
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