Nestled between Cambridge and London in the village of Ickleford, Hitchin Lavender may attract visitors all year round due to its stunning lavender fields, but in the summer the sunflowers come first.

Each year the flowers are due to bloom from mid-July to August. So, not only can you take a photo with the brightly-coloured blooms, but you can also pay to pick some, too. It’ll cost you £6 to get in (£4 for children) and 50p per sunflower picked.

However, they’re in their prime for around 10-14 days, so don’t hang about.

And the best part? You can make a day of it. Not only will you find a licensed bar (prosecco, anyone?) but you’ll also be able to grab a bite to eat and take part in a fun workshop, too.

You can find more information here.

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