6 of the best places to view bluebells in Lancashire

A carpet of bluebells on a woodland floor is of the natural highlights of the year, we select some of our readers' favourite spots.

Abbeystead
The woodland that lies between the village and the dam on the River Wyre has been known to display some spectacular carpets of bluebells that provide stunning backdrops for photography.

Brinscall Woods
The woodland that lies just south of the village of Brinscall is one of the finest places to view bluebells in the county. You can also find them in nearby Withnell Fold and White Coppice.

Great British Life: Bluebells at Brockholes Nature Reserve Bluebells at Brockholes Nature Reserve (Image: Vijay Arogyasami)

Brockholes Nature Reserve
At Brockholes, spectacular blue carpets spring up in Boilton Wood. The woodland can be easily accessed from Brockholes and is also on the route of the Guild Wheel.
www.brockholes.org

Lytham Hall
The parkland at Lytham Hall has a fantastic display of bluebells, especially in the area near the Gardener's Cottage. As the famous snowdrops recede for another year, the spring and summers flowers should begin to adorn your walk around the grounds.
www.lythamhall.org.uk

Rufford Old Hall
The North Woods at Rufford Old Hall is one of the most popular places for viewing bluebells in the county. The garden, grounds and tea room at Rufford Old Hall from Friday to Monday only, In April and May, the walled garden comes alive with the magnificent wisteria and early blooms of summer flowers.

Warton Crag
The Warton Crag Nature Reserve is easily accessible from the A6 and M6. You should be able to spot bluebells in Potts Wood and Strickland Wood areas of the reserve.