Nothing beats a scenic train journey, whether it’s passing through breathtaking countryside or whizzing by tiny villages. With its impressive mountains and lush green valleys, Wales is home to more than its fair share of beautiful train journeys.
28.03.2023 - 07:01 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Nothing signals the arrival of spring quite like trees sporting colourful displays of blossom. To help people find the best blooms across the city over the coming weeks, the National Trust has launched an interactive map as part of its #BlossomWatch campaign.
The trail, named Bloomtown in a nod to the city’s ‘boom town’ history, features 30 places to see blossom in Manchester, from Magnolias on the Rochdale Canal to cherry trees in Hulme Park. There are some unexpected locations on the route too, such as Cutting Room Square in Ancoats and Whitworth Street West.
A pop-up blossom display in Sadler’s Yard has been created especially for the trail, with 12 different types of apple and cherry trees. The trees will be planted at Angel Square later in the year.
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The free digital trail map will be live from Saturday April 1 to Sunday April 30, making it a great activity to do with the kids over the Easter holidays. You’ll be able to scan QR codes at any of the locations, access the map online via the National Trust website or pick up physical copies from Castlefield Viaduct, selected venues at NOMA, Central Library, local parks and more.
Those who spot any blossom are encouraged to share it on social media with the tag #BlossomWatch. Blossom can be unpredictable and weather conditions can impact when it appears, so keep your eyes peeled for buds, blooms and fallen petals.
Rebecca Alexander, Visitor Operations & Experience Manager at Castlefield Viaduct, said: “The fleeting beauty of spring blossom is one of the great moments in nature’s calendar. There’s much more blossom than people might expect in Manchester city centre.
Nothing beats a scenic train journey, whether it’s passing through breathtaking countryside or whizzing by tiny villages. With its impressive mountains and lush green valleys, Wales is home to more than its fair share of beautiful train journeys.
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