Shropshire Petal Fields – here is where and when you can visit, and when you can take your dog

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-Swindell from Shropshire Petals. “As well as being immersed in the flowers, families can follow the wildflower pathway, explore the Wild Woodland Walk, and pose for photos at the focal points, which include vintage tractors and huge butterfly wings.”

There will be a shop where people can purchase freshly cut flower bouquets and find out about Shropshire Petals’ colourful confetti, plus an on-site café serving drinks and refreshments.

Professional photographers can purchase a photography pass so they can take commercial images, and people interested in holding a corporate sunset event or photography shoot, are asked to contact Shropshire Festivals as soon as possible.

The flower field will be open daily from August 9 to 18. Opening times are 10am to 5pm.

When booking people have the choice of a morning ticket, from 10am to 1pm, or an afternoon ticket, from 1pm to 5pm.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.shropshirepetalfields.co.uk.