A visit to these gardens is described as the ‘perfect afternoon out’

Spring has sprung and the world looks brighter once again. As the weather gets warmer and wildlife starts to bloom, there are some lovely places on offer to walk around.

One place that provides the “perfect afternoon out” is at Chippenham Park Gardens, near Newmarket. Sitting on the Suffolk and Cambridgeshire border, Chippenham Park offers 35 acres of beautiful gardens, as well as lakes and woodland walks to discover. The park website says the gardens offer people a “truly enchanting experience”.

The gardens were created in the late 17th century by Admiral Lord Russel, with permission from King William III. The park’s woods date back to the 18th century, with plants that go back up to 300 years.

In early spring, there are lots of snowdrops blossoming across the gardens. The lakes and canals throughout the parkland make it a picturesque place.

The far end of the lake offers some of the best views, as does a trail that leads deep into the woods. At the moment, its spring gardens are only open for a limited time until Sunday, May 3.

On the website, it said April and early May is a “beautiful time in the gardens”. It added: “With fresh spring colour and blossom emerging across the parkland and borders – perfect for a peaceful seasonal walk in the countryside.”

The park is open everyday, apart from April 15 and April 27. It opens from 10am until 4pm, with the last entry at 3pm.

For entry, it costs £10 for adults and £3 for children aged five to 16 years old. The gardens open again everyday for summer from May 30 until June 7. To find out more about how to visit the gardens, visit the website.