The chocolate box Cotswold village that's adorned in stunning autumn leaves each year

Autumn has officially arrived, and across the UK, leaves are starting to transform into a vibrant array of colours.

The country's beauty spots will soon be ablaze with hues of ruby red, deep yellow, and glowing orange, offering breathtaking views for those eager to experience the first taste of fall.

Photography experts at ParrotPrint.com have curated a list of seven must-visit locations to admire the autumn foliage. These include stunning parks, valleys, villages, and fells, each offering a unique display of autumnal colours.

One such location is Castle Combe, a charming Cotswold village that offers picturesque views year-round and is particularly beautiful during the change of seasons, reports the Express.

In Wales, dams and reservoirs reflect the striking autumn colours over expansive watery vistas. Meanwhile, The Lake District offers hiking trails, quaint villages, and cosy pub fires, while further north in Scotland, high hills and deep glens blaze with autumn golds.

According to the experts, the best time to capture these colours and take fantastic photos is between mid-October and mid-November.

A spokesperson for ParrotPrint.com explained: "Depending on how long the summer sunshine stays around for, the colours begin to change and leaves start falling from the end of September.

"With summer coming to an end Sunday, September 22, the best time for guaranteed colours and fantastic photos is between mid-October and mid-November."

"We have selected the best places to see autumnal colours from across the whole of the UK to give everyone a chance to immerse themselves in what we think is the best season for landscape photography."

The seven top spots to see autumn foliage in the UK Castle Combe, Cotswolds

Regarded as one of the most picturesque villages in the UK, this charming corner of England located on the southern fringe of the Cotswolds is a delight to explore during Autumn. Beyond the quintessential village, you'll discover stunning tree-lined roads meandering through the countryside, ablaze with bronze and gold hues from mid-October.

Richmond Park, London

As one of London's eight Royal parks and easily reachable from the city via public transport, Richmond Park offers extensive walks through ancient woods, over undulating hills and across vast grasslands teeming with wildlife. From mid-October to mid-November, you can hear the stags' bellows during rutting season, surrounded by meadow grasses glowing in soft golds and leaves tinged with seasonal colours.

Lonscale Fell, The Lake District

One of the most striking transformations in the autumn landscape can be witnessed on the fells of the Lake District. The vibrant summer greens of the bracken give way to warm amber hues on the mid to lower fells.

A climb from Keswick offers stunning views of Thirlmere, Derwent Water and their surrounding fells.

Elan Valley, Mid Wales

Elan Valley is a breathtaking area teeming with wildlife and nature that bursts into colour during the autumn months. For the best vistas of the dramatic autumn colours mirrored across the water, take a stroll around one of the area's dams and reservoirs.

The Elan Valley Visitor Centre provides all the necessary information on walks and special seasonal activities.

Glenfinnan

Glenfinnan, a small community in Scotland with a rich history, gained worldwide fame after featuring in the Harry Potter films. Visitors can follow in Harry's footsteps by taking a train ride over the Glenfinnan Viaduct, offering a unique panorama of glorious autumnal colours, high hills and a deep glen.

Curbar Edge, The Peak District

As summer transitions into the cooler autumn months, the Peak District landscape radiates a beautiful glow of gold, copper, russet and orange. The 'Three Edges Walk' includes Curbar Edge, offering spectacular views and encounters with shaggy highland cattle and red deer.

Sheffield Park, East Sussex

Sheffield Park, a National Trust site renowned for its vibrant autumnal display, is a must-visit this October. The park, originally designed in the 18th century by famed landscape architect Capability Brown, offers some of the most striking autumn colours in the UK.