An explosion of colour at Winkworth

Even when the rain is bashing against the window, you can’t help but love autumn. I’m a huge fan of colour and it pleases me greatly to see those hues of red, orange and gold. Our lawn is littered with beautiful red leaves. I’ve no idea where they came from but they bring a smile to my face every morning.

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We’re lucky there are so many places we can visit where we can really embrace each season. In autumn, the absolute must-see is Winkworth Arboretum. Maintained by the National Trust for some 60 years now, it’s a true masterpiece and at this time of year quite spectacular. It’s nice to visit at least twice in October to see the Acers at their best (as they are now) followed by the magical transformation around the upper arboretum although it’s not always possible.

Given the choice I’d visit during the week but that wasn’t feasible so I headed over on Sunday. Winkworth Arboretum always has more visitors at this time of year but they cater for it well with additional parking, staff and facilities. There was a hubbub of activity in Badgers Bowl with children laughing while they made piles of leaves and launched into them. POD would have loved to join in had I been able to peel her away from her colouring. She’d had an eventful Saturday and was shattered – a bit like the POD Father who had been at Twickenham!

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Badgers Bowl also had a trailer selling food and drink. The smell of bacon was almost too much. It was a shame not to take full advantage and sit down for a bit but the boathouse beckoned as it always does. Unusually I managed to pause on the bench and admire the view up the lake for a minute or two.

It’s a beautiful spot especially with the sun glistening on the water. Looking back towards the boathouse is always a delight even more so when the surrounding trees have turned (they’re just starting to).

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Having spent rather too long taking photographs in the badgers bowl when I arrived, I headed up the azalea steps where the colour was just as grand. My moment of calm came underneath a couple of Acers – red to my left and yellow to my right.

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Autumn is just the most wonderful season, let’s hope we’re able to make the most of it that little bit longer. I for one could take photographs of pretty leaves all day!

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  • Rachel October 21, 2015 at 4:43 pm

    I think I too would have spent all my time taking photos, what a stunning place to go to x

  • Sarah Ebner October 21, 2015 at 6:45 pm

    I love autumn for the colours and your pictures show just why! They are absolutely lovely – fancy an afternoon autumnal walk there myself.

  • Jen October 21, 2015 at 7:18 pm

    Woah, that red, blood red is just amazing. This time of year is really a feast for the eyes.

  • Astrid October 21, 2015 at 8:27 pm

    I love autumn colours. Too bad I can’t see them anymore. Acers are among my favourite trees.

  • Amy J October 21, 2015 at 9:21 pm

    Just beautiful

  • JuggleMum, Nadine Hill October 21, 2015 at 9:25 pm

    I just love that first photo – nature is so beautiful, those colours!

  • oana79 October 21, 2015 at 11:00 pm

    Amazing pictures, Charly, we have had such a mild autumn so far, perfect for walks and loads of leaf picking and outdoor activities, long may it last!xx

  • Kara October 22, 2015 at 7:51 am

    I love the colours of autumn – they certainly cheer up the dreary days

  • Jennifer Howze October 23, 2015 at 10:30 pm

    Truly breathtaking. Your photos are fabulous. I’m like you, whenever I see the brilliant fall colours I can’t help but smile. I actually get *excited* by the colours of the autumn leaves, and when you look at them, some of them are almost fluorescent in their brilliance.

    Gorge.

  • Notmyyearoff October 25, 2015 at 4:11 am

    Wow all the colours are just so stunning aren’t they? Beautiful photos!

  • Helen Neale October 25, 2015 at 7:31 pm

    Wow I would go crazy with my camera. It looks like a gorgeous and magical place.

  • Sonya Cisco October 26, 2015 at 9:22 am

    Autumn is my absolute fav time of year – I love the colours. Beautiful photos xx

  • Susan Mann November 16, 2015 at 11:13 am

    Such beautiful colours. I love the autumn. x