Watch more of our videos on Shots! and live on Freeview channel 276 The floral spectacular takes place in Newport, from Friday, August 9, until Sunday, August 18. Shropshire Festivals released tickets at the start of July and said sales are going well so far. “We’re thrilled that Shropshire Petal Fields is as popular as our launch last year,” said Beth Heath from Shropshire Festivals.
“Our dog-friendly day was a hit in 2023 so we are welcoming dogs on leads on three days this year – August 14, 17, and 18 only. “There really isn’t a more beautiful summer backdrop than a field of delphiniums, cornflowers, sunflowers, and wildflowers. "It’s an opportunity to capture some special memories with family and friends amongst the magic.
Make the most of the outdoors with a picnic and a scoop of something tasty from the Shropshire Ice Cream Company’s vintage caravan.” The field has been meticulously planted by a robot and will be weeded by the same robot, which means no one will step foot on the field until the flower field opens to visitors. Petal confetti business, Shropshire Petals, is providing exclusive access to the flower field, which is usually reserved for petal confetti production.
Shropshire Festivals are turning it into a visitor attraction while the flowers are in bloom, with parking, an on-site café, seating under tipis, and toilets. “While away the day following paths through the pink, blue, purple, yellow and white blooms,” said Ashley Evers-Swi.