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Snake's head fritillaries final in season

An old hay meadow in North Wiltshire is the focus of a great deal of attention right now.

Because it's home to the largest number of a very rare plant .and at this time of year they all come into bloom

As a result, hundreds of people visit Cricklade to see the Snake's head Fritillaries - a striking tulip-like flower with a purple, chequered pattern on its leaves.

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