Bodnant Garden – A Glorious Day Among Blossoms and Sunlight

Yesterday’s sunshine made Bodnant Garden feel like a dream. Nestled above the Conwy Valley in North Wales, this National Trust gem always promises beauty — but when the light hits just right, the entire landscape glows. From the moment I walked in, I was surrounded by explosions of colour — vibrant azaleas, elegant camellias, and borders teeming with early summer life. The Laburnum Arch, just beginning to turn golden, was the crown jewel. Walking beneath its draping flowers felt like moving through a living tunnel of light. What I loved most was the sheer variety: from formal terraces with fountains to the wild, romantic Dell where waterfalls tumble through lush woodland. Every corner invites you to pause, breathe, and take it all in. There’s also a real sense of peace here — whether you’re sitting beside the lily pond or gazing across the valley to the peaks of Eryri (Snowdonia). Best time to visit? Late May to early June is peak Laburnum Arch season, but Bodnant shines in every season. Spring bursts with colour, summer is fragrant and lush, autumn brings glowing foliage, and even winter offers crisp serenity. Location: Tal-y-Cafn, near Colwyn Bay, Conwy LL28 5RE, Wales Tip: Arrive early if you're hoping for a quiet stroll beneath the Laburnum Arch — it's a popular photo spot. And don’t miss the tearoom — their Welsh cakes are a perfect mid-walk treat! #bodnantgarden #nationaltrustwales #laburnumarch #welshgardens #snowdoniaviews #gardeninspo #naturetherapy #triprecommended #northwalesmagic