February Winter Walks

Walk times

Sunday 23 February 1pm - 3pm Wednesday 26 February 1pm - 3pm

As you stroll through the gardens the tranquillity of the season provides a peaceful escape. The evergreens stand in striking contrast to the vibrant, exotic plantings that Mount Stewart is renowned for, hinting at the promise of spring.

Despite the chill, the gardens are alive with subtle colours and textures. Early snowdrops and hellebores bravely push through the soil, their delicate blooms a testament to nature’s resilience. The structure of the garden, with its architectural elements and topiary, becomes more pronounced in the absence of summer's lush foliage, allowing visitors to appreciate the thoughtful design and planning that went into this horticultural masterpiece.

Birdsong fills the air, with robins and other winter birds providing a cheerful soundtrack to your walk. The gentle hum of nature at rest is punctuated by the occasional rustle of leaves and the crunch of gravel underfoot.