Head to Glebe Farm for the chance to walk among towering sunflowers. You'll even have the chance to pick your own cheerful blooms, or to enjoy a sunset picnic in the vibrant fields.
Trust your expert Daytrip driver to whisk you from Birmingham to Glebe Farm for an unforgettable day spent among the sunflowers. After you've had your fill of exploring the sunny fields, you'll enjoy a comfortable return trip.
Yes, Glebe Farm is popular with families, photographers, couples, and influencers thanks to its 6-foot-tall sunflower rows and dedicated photo spots. Kids enjoy choosing their own stems, and the wide aisles between rows leave plenty of room for outfit photos, family shots, and pet-friendly walks. Weekday mornings tend to be quieter than weekends, especially during the August peak.
Glebe Farm sits in Warwickshire, about 27 miles (43 km) southeast of central Birmingham, with a driving time of around 50 minutes to 1 hour each way. The route follows country roads through gentle English countryside, leaving the city behind for open fields and small villages. Your private driver takes care of the navigation, so you arrive ready to wander straight into the sunflowers.
Glebe Farm typically charges per stem during the U-pick season, with prices clearly posted at the entry point. Sunset sessions usually have a separate booking fee that includes entry plus a set number of stems. Bring a card and some cash, as smaller rural farms occasionally have card-machine issues. Confirm current pricing and session availability on the Glebe Farm website before traveling.
Yes, sunflowers are very weather-dependent, and British summers can be unpredictable. Heavy rain, strong wind, or hail can damage blooms and shorten the season. Glebe Farm sometimes adjusts opening days based on conditions, so check before traveling. A flexible mindset helps, and the rolling Warwickshire countryside still looks beautiful even on cloudy days, especially with the sunflowers as a bright backdrop.
Glebe Farm offers a U-pick experience, where visitors choose and cut their own sunflowers from rows of six-foot-tall blooms to take home or back to their hotel. Special Sunset Sunflower sessions allow picnics in the fields during golden hour. The farm also has marked walking paths, photo spots, and seasonal events depending on the bloom calendar, with refreshments often available on weekends.
Warwickshire has plenty of options if you have time after the sunflowers, from Warwick Castle to the Cotswolds, Stratford-upon-Avon (Shakespeare's birthplace), and the National Trust's Charlecote Park. Mention any add-on stops to your Daytrip driver during booking so the schedule fits, since the sunflower visit usually leaves room in the day for a single short detour on the way back to Birmingham.
Bring sturdy shoes or wellies, since the field paths can get muddy after British rain. A light waterproof jacket is smart even in summer, along with sun protection on bright days. If joining a Sunset session, pack a picnic blanket, snacks, and a camera or phone for golden-hour photos. Cash for stems and farm shop treats is also a good idea.
Glebe Farm's sunflowers typically bloom from late July through early September, with peak displays usually in August. Late afternoon visits during the Sunset Sunflower sessions are especially popular, since the golden hour light brings out the flowers' rich yellow tones. Bloom timing depends on UK summer weather each year, so check the Glebe Farm website for current opening dates and U-pick availability before booking.
Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.