Although you may be busy getting in on the Royal wedding hype this weekend, take time to head out for a walk in the woods as it may be your last chance to see this year’s bluebells.

A sea of the flowers can be spotted in the woodland at Hainault Forest Country Park, which was once a popular deer hunting spot for the King.

Delayed by the cold weather in March, the bluebells are now in full bloom but are set to start fading in the coming week.

The UK is home to half of the world’s population of the iconic flowers which are a key symbol of an ancient wood.

They provide a valuable, early source of nectar for bees, hoverflies, butterflies and other insects.

Occasionally, a white bluebell can be spotted amongst the violet - this is caused by a genetic mutation.

Visitors to the park are also encouraged to pop into the petting zoo, orienteering course and have a stroll around the lake.

Emma Briggs, who leads the Woodland Trust’s campaign to inspire people to visit forests, said: “People often think they have to get in their cars and travel to find nature but in fact we have hundreds of woods, which are easily accessible for people living in towns and cities and in many cases surrounded by housing.

“They are great to visit all year round but of course now it is extra special with it being bluebell season.

“So, this weekend why not take a visit to your local wood? Whether for a walk or to burn some energy off the kids, all our woods provide a free, natural and healthy place to go and have an adventure.”

To help the Woodland Trust record bluebells this year so they can monitor and protect their status visit woodlandtrust.org.uk/bluebellwatch