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Bluebells are a sure sign that warmer weather is on its way – and this year, that means we might see them earlier than expected. The Met Office showed both England and Wales saw the warmest February on record this year and, as a result, woodlands could see bluebells appearing as much as four weeks early. The flowers, which usually spring up from late March to early May, arriving early is a sign of the impact of climate change, according to the National Trust. However, whatever the reason for their early arrival, there’s no denying that the sight of carpets of bluebells covering Kent’s woodland…

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