Walking into the Abbey Gardens, first you see Magnolia

and then a line of cherry trees in blossom.

Loveliest of trees, the cherry now
Is hung with bloom along the bough
(from Shropshire Lad by A E Houseman)

The Abbey Grounds are transformed into a wonderland of white.

Cherry trees, both near the Cattle Market Carpark and around Abbey House, are full of white blossoms. The small leaves are just appearing.

Even yesterday’s strong winds haven’t mar this yet. The trees are like the height of a Spring celebration. In a week or sos time, it will have become like confetti on the ground.