MORE than 3,000 blooms and trails of greenery filled Castle Howard during its annual flower festival.

Joining the stately home's florist Kymm Queen were volunteers from local flower clubs and florists who each created unique displays which reflected their interpretation of the house’s grand interiors.

This year’s festival also included displays in red, white and blue in honour of the Queen’s 90th birthday, created by York Minster flower arrangers.

Hannah Cooke, communications manager at Castle Howard, said: "Now in its third year, the flower festival is going from strength to strength and this year saw our most spectacular arrangements to date with a hanging garden sweeping up the grand staircase, a suspended installation in the Long Gallery Octagon and a waterfall of flowers in the Museum Room.

"After many months of planning and hard work by all those involved, including more than 70 volunteers from regional flower clubs, it was fantastic to hear such positive feedback from all of our visitors.

"We welcomed more than 6,300 people to Castle Howard across the four days. We're now looking ahead to a packed summer with activities for all the family to enjoy."