Spring in London

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A burst of urban color abounds London during its spring season. Chicks and ducklings hatching from their eggs is truly a sight to behold. Young bunnies playing around in forests while you set up camp during spring in London makes you feel in sync with nature.

A visit to the Isabella Plantation

The woodland garden in Richmond Park is one of the many gems that you will appreciate on your London spring vacation. Azaleas and rhododendrons accentuate the parks beauty. Yearly, visitors who arrive in late spring in this place have the chance to see the seasonal carpet of bluebells and the sweet chirpsof birds and drums of woodpeckers.

Where: Richmond Park, Surrey, TW10.
When: Daily.
Admission: Free.

Whippin’ Whipsnade Zoo

If you’re lucky enough, you may see an animal being born in the zoo or a White Rhino being cooed by visitors. The zoo which is home to about 2,500 wild animals that includes lions, tigers and giraffes. A Jumbo Express which is a full-size steam railway can take you through the park.

Where: Whipsnade Zoo, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU6 2LF.
When: Daily 10am-5pm.
Admission: Adults £14.50, children, £11, family £45.50.

Be wowed by the Wilderness Wood

Take a guided walk through signed trails in the wilderness for you to be awed by lush spring flowers that range from amazing anemones in March to the beautiful bluebells in April and May. This is a good idea to spend spring in London. There are playgrounds provided, picnic and barbecue areas, tea room and a garden that sit in the entire 61-acre Wilderness Wood.

Where: Wilderness Wood, Hadlow Down, East Sussex TN22 4HJ.
When: Daily, 10am-dusk.
Admission: £3.25, under-16s £1.95, family £9.25, under-3 free.

The not-so-secret Kew Gardens

It’s no secret that Britain’s seasonal flowers are displayed at the charming Kew Gardens. Upon entering the regal Victoria gate, you will come across a big bunch of crocuses in blue, white and mauve. Glory of the Snow flowers on top of the White peaks usually come grow in late Spring.

Where: Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, TW9 3AB.
When: Daily 9.30am-6.00pm.
Admission: Adults £12.25, under 17s free.

Awesome London Wetland Centre

Easter weekend can be a party as a family of Indian Runner Ducks arrives in the centre. You can also witness that heartwarming experience of seeing ducklings hatch out of their eggs and embrace the outside world.

Where: WWT London Wetland Centre, Barnes, SW13.
When: Daily 9.30am-6pm.
Admission: Adults £8.75, children £4.95, family £21.95. Free to WWT members and under 4s.

A ride over Arundel

Complete your London Spring break by experiencing a boat ride over the fast running River Arun. It is possible by boats for hire. Riding a boat is an alternative yet exciting way to get to the Wildfowl and Wetlands Centre which has free safaris along the waterways. This way you have a nearer view of the natural environment of wild flora and fauna in the area.

Where: Mill Road, Arundel, West Sussex, BN18 9PB.
When: Castle: not open until 21 Mar, closed Mon except Bank Hols, 10am-5pm. Wetland Centre: daily 9.30am-4pm (5pm from 26 Mar)
Admission: Castle: adults £12, children £7.50. Wetland Centre: adults £8.45, 4-16s £4.15.

Birdworld

Fascinated by winged creatures? A safari ride will give you a good view of vultures, cranes, emus and ostriches in the area. Owls, penguins and 26 acres of aviaries are what awaits visitors of the Heron Theatre.

Kids will have a fantastic time stroking chinchillas, chipmunks, bunny rabbits and pygmy goats at the Jenny Wren Farm.

Where: Birdworld, Farnham, Surrey, GU10.
When: Daily 10am-6pm.
Admission: Adults £11.95, children £9.95, family £39.95.

Cool Camping

To complete your ideal green getaway during spring in London, you can comfortably rest in tents on the various Featherdown Farms. These tents come with flushing loos, master bedrooms and a cooking stove for your comfort and convenience.