HERE'S a date for your diary if you want to get outdoors and really start to feel Spring in the air.

The beautiful RHS Hyde Hall in Creephedge Lane, Rettendon Common is hosting a free day for everyone.

The event, on Tuesday March 20, will allow everyone to get through the gates and explore what the 145-hectare (360-acre) estate has to offer without paying a penny.

Hyde Hall is hailed as one of the finest gardens in the east of England and boasts manicured gardens, woodlands, rolling hills and fantastic panoramic views

The free day event will run from 10am- 6pm.