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BROGDALE HANAMI FESTIVAL Kent, 18-19 April

Brogdale, home to the largest collection of fruit trees in the world, is celebrating Hanami, a festival dedicated to cherry blossom. Enjoy a tour of the orchards and picnic under the blossom. Adult £9, child £5. Open 10a-4pm; Brogdale Farm, Brogdale Road, Faversham ME13 8XZ. Tel 01795 536250; brogdale collections.org

JOHN’S GARDEN OPEN DAY Midlands, 14 March and 12 April

John Massey’s three-acre private garden is opening for charity. It’s a great time to see hellebores, cyclamen and early spring blossom. Adult £5 (cash only). Open 10am-4pm; next to

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