Spring sunshine & colourful bulbs

 I am always keen to enjoy colourful spring bulbs after a long, grey winter. Our grass verges & hedgerows burst in to bloom & it is an absolute delight to have a 'host of golden daffodils' (to quote the poet Wordsworth) 

We popped by The National Sports Centre at Lilleshall - it is the home of archery in the UK & several Olympic sports were held there when we hosted the games.  

This entrance is very dramatic with the gate tower & the two large lions. 

I have attended some evening black tie events there too, it is an elegant setting in beautiful grounds, generous patios & immaculate gardens. 

                    

The entrance lions are not the only ones there, these were probably the original ones that now occupy the space under the terrace in the zoo like setting with a great view over the formal gardens... 

                      

There is a dramatic row of ancient trees nearby, if they could only talk ... 

The fountains were not on but the garden was laid out with the most gorgeous hyacinths in bloom. The terrace had several huge planters filled with  the most fragrant hyacinths in beautiful pinks & purples with a pop of other plants, so lovely to see it replicated across the various spaces of the gardens. 

Open spaces & greenery is perfect in spring sunshine, accentuated with bright pops of colour. It is the little things that matter ... 

Thank you for stopping by & visiting with me, 

Dee 💐🌸🌺🪻