Tulleys Tulip Fest • A Countryside Sea of Colors
Spring in the UK starts in March and ends in May. A beautiful season bursting with colors and life. Part of our life here is adapting and enjoying the four seasons as we come from a country that has only two seasons. To fully experience the beauty of spring we went to Tulleys Tulip Fields in West Sussex UK.
Come and join us today as we share with you different tulips that you may never have seen before and the beauty of spring in the UK. Welcome to Tulleys Tulip Fest.
Tulip season here starts from the end of March up to the end of April. This year they planted 1.2 million tulips with more than 100 different types. When visiting the farm booking is a must as most of the time they get fully booked.
The entrance fee will cost you £12.00 and they open from 9:30 am until 8:00 pm.
However, if you are in the UK and would like to visit today is the last day of the Tulip season. You would need to look forward to visiting next year's season.
For more details you can check their site below.
From the entrance, there were already a lot of people taking photos. It may take a while before you could with this rusty old truck with beautiful yellow tulips at the back.
Here you just need to show your booking and then you are on your way to a taste of Holland. We didn't know what to expect, we have seen tulips but have never been to a tulip field.
We came across a cafe and food stalls which are Dutch-inspired but we were excited to see the tulips first. So we decided to explore the farm first and maybe have a bite later.
In this area, there are tulips for sale that you could plant a home and enjoy the beautiful flowers during springtime. It would be nice to have these flowers at home and maybe buy a bunch if you have a big garden.
To add to the charm of the farm they had vintage trucks beautifully decorated with tulips at the back. A great spot to have your photo taken.
An old Volkswagen Type 1 or rather called the Beetle is a great addition to the farm. Decorated with flowers it perfectly fits the theme of the farm.
Another highlight of the farm is this windmill which is a perfect background for a photo along with the gorgeous landscape.
Tulips are such lovely flowers! They bloom during springtime, adding pops of vibrant colors to gardens and fields. They come in a wide range of shades, from bright reds and yellows to soft pinks and purples. According to history were brought to the Netherlands from central Asia in the 16th century and quickly became a popular flower there. Today, people all around the world enjoy growing and admiring tulips. They make wonderful gifts and look beautiful in floral arrangements.
It was time to see the fields and we were lost for words the moment we got there. There were so many of them and could not decide which to look at first as they were all so beautiful.
We didn't know where to go from there and there were a lot of people but not too crowded during this time. We were very lucky though as it was a beautiful day and was not raining. Also, the weather was not too cold.
Now we tried to do a little research and find out some of the names of these tulips please correct me if I am wrong.
Tulip 'Slawa'
A flower with deep crimson and apricot colors in one is beautiful and exciting. It would make a stunning addition to any garden or arrangement.
Rembrandt Tulips
Rembrandt tulips are a beautiful and unique variety of tulips named after the famous Dutch painter Rembrandt van Rijn. These tulips are known for their vibrant and striking colors, including deep reds, purples, and pinks, often with contrasting white or yellow streaks. They are a popular choice for gardens and floral arrangements alike, and their distinctive appearance adds a touch of elegance and charm to any setting.
Tulip Blue Diamond
I am not sure if this is the correct name for this tulip as the color appears to be pink. Please do let me know if it is the correct name.
Tulip Blue Diamond is a stunning mid-season tulip variety known for its deep blue-purple petals. It can grow up to 20 inches tall and is great for adding a splash of color to your garden or for use in cut flower arrangements.
There were visitors dressed up for spring and some had costumes with them. It is a great idea for a photo you just need to find a spot with no people around which will be hard.
Tulip Yellow Pomponette
Yellow Pomponette is a beautiful variety of tulips with bright yellow, pom-pom-shaped blooms. They are perfect for adding a pop of color to your garden or as a cut flower in a bouquet. Yellow Pomponette tulips typically bloom in mid to late spring and are easy to care for.
Blushing Lady
Tulip 'Blushing Lady' is a beautiful variety of tulips with delicate pink and white petals that have a soft blush in the center. It blooms in mid-spring and adds a lovely touch of color to any garden or floral arrangement.
Orange Princess
The Orange Princess tulip is a stunning flower with bright orange petals and a delicate fragrance. It's a popular choice for gardens and flower arrangements due to its striking appearance and long-lasting blooms.
Lambada
The Lambada tulip is a beautiful flower with bright red and yellow petals. It blooms in mid to late spring and can grow up to 20 inches tall. I love this tulip as it looks dangerously beautiful due to the yellow petals that look sharp.
Cyprus tulip
The Cyprus tulip is a gorgeous flower that is native to the island of Cyprus in the Mediterranean.
Queen of Night
Another one of my favorite tulips which almost black and was told that it is one of the most sought-after varieties.
Purple Circus
The Purple Circus tulip is a stunning and unique variety of tulips that feature deep purple stripes on white petals. It is a late-season bloomer and can grow up to 20 inches tall.
Golden Apeldoorn
The Golden Apeldoorn tulip is a beautiful and classic variety of tulip that features large, bright yellow blooms. It is a mid-season bloomer and can grow up to 24 inches tall. It is beautiful when the sun shines and looks like golden flowers gifted by the earth.
You could simply just get lost in this mesmerizing field. All the beauty surrounding you will make you forget for a moment the troubles that burden you.
It is a bit sad knowing that all these colors will soon die out as the season changes. It is best to enjoy every moment while they last but there is always next year to look forward to.
Thank you for joining us today on this tour at Tulleys Tulip Fest. But there are still some more to show in this amazing farm and I hope you join us again on the next part of this tour.
Hope to see you again soon.
Cheers!
All photos are original and taken with
Lumix GX85 and Olympus 45mm f1.8
Lumix GX85 and Olympus 45mm f1.8