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Celebrating Snowdrops: Nature's First Whisper of Spring


Snowdrops bring a magical quality to early spring landscapes
Snowdrops bring a magical quality to early spring landscapes

There’s surely something special about snowdrops. They are a delightful harbinger of spring, emerging as delicate white blossoms that push through winter's remnants.


Did You Know?

  • Over 2,500 varieties of snowdrops exist worldwide

  • Each garden offers unique displays of these delicate flowers

  • Varieties differ in bloom time, size, and leaf structure


The Beauty of Snowdrops

Whether scattered in small clumps or creating sweeping carpets across woodland floors, snowdrops bring a magical quality to early spring landscapes, making this a special time of year to visit. Their ability to emerge through fallen autumn leaves is the epitome of resilience and hope, perhaps even signalling the imminent arrival of warmer days.


Exploring Snowdrop Displays in Scotland

For nature enthusiasts, garden lovers and those who enjoy a snoop around other people’s gardens, the Scottish Snowdrop Festival has much to offer. Many Scottish country houses (some which are not otherwise open to the public) take part in this Festival.

 

Featured Snowdrop Venues Near Craigellie

I’ve put together a list of local venues participating in the 2025 Snowdrop Festival, which are all 50 minutes or less from Craigellie:


Fingask Castle

  • Location: PH2 7SA

  • Dates: 20th Jan – 6th March

  • Hours: Mon-Thu, 10am – 4pm

  • Entry: Adults £6, children free

  • Dogs welcome on leads


Scone Palace Garden

  • Location: PH2 6BD

  • Dates: 1st Feb – 31st March

  • Snowdrop Festival: Saturday 22nd Feb, 10am – 3pm

  • Entry: Free garden access, £5 parking; snowdrop festival donation: £5

  • Dogs welcome on leads


Kinblethmont House

  • Location: DD11 4RW

  • Dates: Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd Feb

  • Hours: 10am – 4pm

  • Entry: £6 for charity, children free

  • Bonus: Homemade teas, dogs welcome on leads


Princeland House

  • Location: PH13 9AU

  • Dates: Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd Feb and Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd March (also Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th March, but the snowdrops could be finished by then)

  • Hours: 10am – 3pm

  • Entry £5 for charity, children free

  • Dogs welcome on leads

 

Ecclesgreig Castle

  • Location: DD10 0DP

  • Date: Sunday 2nd March

  • Hours: 1pm – 4pm

  • Entry: £5 for charity, children free

  • Bonus: Homemade teas, dogs welcome on leads


Lawton House

  • Location: DD11 4RU

  • Dates: Thursday 6th – Sunday 9th March inclusive

  • Hours: 10am – 5pm

  • Entry: £5 for charity, children free

  • Bonus: Homemade teas, dogs welcome on leads


Planning Your Visit

  • Best viewing: February to early March

  • Bring comfortable walking shoes

  • Check individual venue details before visiting

  • Enjoy cosy accommodations after your garden explorations


Book your stay now to immerse yourself in Perthshire's snowdrop season!

 


 

Further information

Have a look on these sites for more information about the Snowdrop Festival:


Snowdrops on the terrace at Craigellie

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