Rode Hall at Scholar Green has opened its popular annual snowdrop walk - attracting not only local visitors but also ones from further afield.

Every year, the stunning historic house throws its gates open at the beginning of February for visitors to see the snowdrops.

From February 3rd until March 2nd, visitors will be able to go on the popular walks from 10 am until 4 pm. The property has over 70 varieties of snowdrops.

Snowdrops at Rode Hall (Photo: Rode Hall)

 A spokesperson said: "In today's uncertain world snowdrops are a sure sign that Spring is well and truly under way.

"A beautiful end-of-winter walk for all the family with a wonderfully diverse landscape and over 70 varieties of snowdrops.

"Walk along paths amidst carpets of white flowers on an enchanting mile-long route (with options for longer or shorter walks).

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"Take in the wild beauty of cascading snowdrops in the Old Wood and Wild Garden, the scenic path down to the lake and drifts of snowdrops in the borders of the formal Nesfield garden in front of the hall.

"Highlights are also the two acre walled kitchen garden and an unmissable vista down the Colonel's Walk where some of the rarest varieties can be viewed."

You can book online at the link here .Dogs are allowed so long as they are on leads.

The courtyard kitchen will be open selling cakes, homemade lunches and refreshments.

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