The 2026 Snowdrop & Early Bulb Festival will take place from Wednesday 11 February until Sunday 15 February.
The snowdrop festival takes places every February at Branklyn, and is the perfect opportunity for visitors to experience the garden during the winter season when it is otherwise closed. The garden will be open daily from 10am–4pm and the tearoom from 10.30am–3.30pm.
During the festival you can explore the garden to see the full range of snowdrops, along with many other spring-flowering bulbs. There are over 200 varieties of snowdrop, which were planted in the garden over several years, among swathes of the common snowdrop, Galanthus nivalis. Cultivated varieties include ‘Faringdon Double’, ‘Little Ben’ and ‘Moses Basket’.
You can enjoy some delicious home baking or a light lunch in our traditional tearoom, and our shop offers a wide selection of seeds, plants and gifts to take home with you.
Other events during this time
Wednesday 11 Feb (11am–12.15pm) – Join our garden team for a short talk about the history and cultivation of snowdrops, followed by a guided walk to enjoy the best of the early colour. Light refreshments served.
Friday 13 and Saturday 14 Feb – Snowdrops (including several rare varieties) will be available to purchase from our specialist snowdrop seller.
Sunday 15 Feb (10am–1pm) – Join Jen from Edinburgh Paper Flowers to create your own everlasting snowdrops.
- All materials provided
- No experience necessary
- Light refreshments served
Purchase tickets for these events in advance from Eventbrite
Branklyn Cottage, our on-site holiday accommodation, is also available to book at this special time of year.
