As autumn progresses, several gardens across the UK are offering impressive displays of seasonal colours. These locations feature a variety of trees and plants known for their vibrant reds, burnt oranges, and warm yellow hues.
Among the highlighted spots is Bluebell Arboretum & Nursery in South Derbyshire, which boasts over 70 varieties of Japanese maples. Castle Howard Arboretum in North Yorkshire showcases bronze oaks, golden beeches, and fiery red Japanese maples from October through early November, alongside autumn events like fungi foraging walks.
Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest in Kent, managed by Forestry England, features a collection of over 12,000 specimen trees, including giant redwoods and rusty-red swamp cypresses around Marshal’s Lake. Stourhead in Wiltshire is noted for its dramatic autumn spectacle, with flame-red swamp cypresses and golden tulip trees framing its lake and classical temples.
Other gardens offering significant autumn displays include RHS Garden Bridgewater in Greater Manchester, Coverwood Lakes in Surrey, RHS Garden Wisley in Surrey, Sheffield Park and Garden in East Sussex, Mount Stewart in County Down, Bodnant Garden in Conwy, Dawyck Botanic Garden in the Scottish Borders, and Lullingstone Castle and The World Garden in Kent.