Bluebells in some areas of the wood are now fully out and their fragrance is breathtaking. Each day we notice more bluebells emerging in their full glory.
Archive for the ‘Status of Bluebells’ Category
Update 7 May
Saturday, May 8th, 2010Update Saturday 9 May
Saturday, May 9th, 2009It has been an amazing Bluebell Walk year, with such dry & sunny weather especially at weekends. The bluebells due to this recent cool spell of weather are maintaining their fragrance and colour.
The last day we are open is this Wednesday 13 May.
Update Monday 4 May
Monday, May 4th, 2009the bluebells are all now fully out and look fantastic.
Update Saturday 25 April
Saturday, April 25th, 2009The bluebells are nearly fully out and the wood looks wonderful.
Update Wednesday 22 April
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009This exceptionally hot weather is bringing the bluebells forward very quickly. In some places they are virtually fully out and the scent fantastic.
Update 17 April
Friday, April 17th, 2009Suddenly the wood has a distinct blue haze, as this period of warm and showery weather has brought the bluebells forward quite quickly. The white wood anemones are still present but fading fast in places, being replaced by the bluebells.
Update Thursday 16th April
Thursday, April 16th, 2009The bluebells are emerging fast with this lovely warm and sunny weather, but the white wood anemones still predominate.
Update on 8 April
Thursday, April 9th, 2009The white wood anemones are a glorious carpet of white, spreading over the whole wood. A few bluebells are now emerging, but we need some warm April showers and consistent warmer weather to get them really going, plus our sheep need an abundance of fresh grass in their fields!
Update on Bluebells on 21 March
Saturday, March 21st, 2009Bluebells are just showing their green leaves. The white wood anemones are now coming out in the sunny parts of the wood.
End of 2008 Season
Saturday, August 30th, 2008The 2008 Bluebell Walk is now over and thanks to all visitors, charities involved and of course the sunny weather at the end, which made it an excellent season.
We thank all those who kindly completed the new design comment cards. I am answering many individually, but will publish a synopsis of the main points raised and our response.
A request from Action Medical Research who organize their second hand book room during the Bluebell Walk. They need more non fiction and childrens’ books, to build up stocks for their 2009 opening. Please deliver to Bates Green Farm. Queries phone 01323 485151.
The four motorized scooter/buggies we offer to those less able bodied to travel on the Blue Walk, become more and more popular. We would like to have more, so if any kind soul would like to donate one in good working order, it would be appreciated. We can arrange collection please phone 01323 485151.