Sunnycroft bursts into bloom with its first Flower Festival
This September, Sunnycroft, a National Trust property, in Wellington will be dressed to impress for its first-ever Flower Festival. The team are inviting visitors to step inside and see the Victorian villa as they’ve never seen it before.
From Saturday 13 to Tuesday 16 September 2025, the rooms of this National Trust gem will be filled with vibrant, imaginative displays created by talented local arrangers. The theme, ‘In the Shadow of the Wrekin’, celebrates the stories, skills, and spirit of Shropshire.
Visitors will wander through floral scenes inspired by the world-famous Ironbridge, delicate Coalport China, the county’s brewing heritage, Olympic achievements, and even royal embroidery. Each room will tell a different part of Shropshire’s story, all brought to life in petals, greenery, and scent.
“We wanted to do something completely different for Sunnycroft, something that makes people stop, look, and smile. This festival will do exactly that,” says Lou Hall, Site Manager at Sunnycroft. “The festival is more than just beautiful arrangements; it’s a way of telling Shropshire’s story through creativity and craftsmanship.”
Outside, Sunnycroft’s gardens will be in their late-summer glory. After exploring the flower festival inside, visitors can take a stroll past colourful borders, find a shady spot on the lawn, and enjoy the charm of Sunnycroft’s gardens.
Event details:
- Dates: Saturday 13 to Tuesday 16 September 2025
- Time: 9.45am – 5.30pm (entry time slots pre-bookable)
- Tickets: Adults £7, Children £3.50 (includes entry to gardens)
- Booking: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sunnycroft or 0344 249 1895
- Parking: Limited Accessible parking only at Sunnycroft; free parking in Wellington town centre (short walk)
- Accessibility: Garden paths are moderately flat; house entrances have steps and no level access.
