Plunging temperatures and snowfall have made it a tough week for many people.

But there's light at the end of the tunnel – as Rode Hall's legendary Snowdrop Walks are literally around the corner.

Every year, the stunning historic house at Scholar Green throws its gates open at the beginning of February for visitors to see the carpet of snowdrops.

The property has over 70 varieties of snowdrops and from February 4th until March 4th, visitors will be able to go on the popular walks from Thursdays – Sundays from 11am and 4pm.

Snowdrops signify the beginning of the new season and are a sign of purity and the warmer months ahead.

TV presenter, Julia Bradbury, has no doubt that the are hardy perennial, winter-flowering plants are a mood-buster and the first sign of spring on its way. 

"A snowdrop walk helps us to lift spirits and make the most of the days getting longer," she says.  

Residents living in Sandbach and Alsager don't have to travel far to see impressive displays as Rode Hall has a spectacular display.

Photo: Rode Hall

"The gardens are the setting of one of the most spectacular displays of snowdrops in the North West of England and our walks have a strong and well-respected reputation throughout the UK," said a Rode Hall spokesperson.

"With over seventy different varieties of snowdrops to be seen in the magnificent setting of Rode's Humphry Repton landscape, this mile-long walk (approximately) is a perfect morning or afternoon stroll out in the fresh air for nature-lovers of all ages. 

"The swathes of cascading white flowers at Rode are a sight to behold and one of Cheshire's little known natural treasures."

Rode Hall's Snowdrop Walk runs from 4th Feb – 4th March, Thursday until Sunday, 10am until 4pm. Last entry is 3.15 pm.

Admission is adults £5.50* online/£6 on gate and children £2* online/£2.50 on gate *small booking fee applies Dogs on leads are welcome.

Tickets can be book online at: https://beyonk.com/uk/tim6sipu/snowdrop-walk?portal=true or group books by calling 01270 873237.