A Bloom-Filled Day: Visiting the Shropshire Petal Fields from the Cabin
There’s something undeniably magical about walking through a field of flowers in full bloom — the colours, the scent, the soft hum of bees drifting past. If you’re staying at Black Rhadley Cabin during the summer, one of the most romantic little day trips you can take is to the Shropshire Petal Fields — a truly beautiful experience tucked away in the countryside.
Just 40 minutes from the cabin, the Shropshire Petal Fields are a real celebration of nature and colour. Open for just a few weeks each year, it’s a rare chance to wander through acres of real flower fields — think delicate delphiniums, cornflowers, and poppies swaying gently in the breeze. It’s peaceful, strikingly beautiful, and a perfect way to spend a slow afternoon together.
A Photographer’s Dream (Even if It’s Just Your Phone)
Whether you’re a keen photographer or just love capturing memories on your phone, this place is a dream. The petals stretch out in wide, textured stripes of colour, creating backdrops that don’t need filters. We’ve had guests say it was one of the highlights of their summer — just the joy of walking through something so simple and stunning, hand in hand, with nothing on the agenda.
It’s not busy or over-commercial just flowers, fresh air, and the space to enjoy them.
A Relaxing Couples’ Day Out
The Shropshire Petal Fields are especially lovely for couples looking to make their romantic Shropshire weekend break feel a little extra special. After a morning coffee on the cabin deck and a gentle woodland wander, it’s an easy drive across quiet country roads to the fields.
You can take your time, bring a picnic, and enjoy a day that feels both simple and memorable. There’s a calm to it no rush, no noise, just rows of blooms and wide open sky.
Bring a Bit of the Beauty Home
The fields are run by Shropshire Petals, a family business that’s known for creating biodegradable petal confetti from the flowers they grow. If you’re planning a wedding or special celebration (or know someone who is), you can even order confetti made from the very blooms you walked among.
It’s a lovely little way to support a local business — and keep a bit of that flower-field magic in your pocket.
Back to the Cabin, Back to the Trees
After your floral adventure, the drive back to Black Rhadley Cabin takes you through rolling countryside, sleepy villages, and eventually, back to the quiet hush of the woods. It’s that perfect mix — a day of sunshine and open space, followed by an evening of birdsong, starlight, and peace.