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 A visitor enjoys the floral exhibits at the RHS Spring Flower Show. Credit: Betina Skovbro

Flower Shows & Horticultural Events 2010

 
29th January to 12th April 2010
RHS Botanical Art at Fulham Palace
The beautifully restored historic palace at Fulham in London is the venue for a botanical art exhibition organised by the RHS and Fulham Palace. Works by six contemporary RHS gold medal-winning artists, including Brigitte Daniel’s picture of Primula auricula ‘Queen Bee’, Regine Hagedorn’s Rosa pimpinellifolia and Ann Swan’s illustration of corn from the RHS Lindley Library are on show alongside pieces loaned by collectors and the artists themselves. Free Admission.
 
March
 
19th -21st March 2010
Grand Opening of Tea Rooms and Nursery at The Hop Farm, Kent
The launch of the Tea Rooms and Garden Nursery will feature a massive choice of the best quality flowers, plants and shrubs, local art displays, daily advice and talks from gardening and hopping experts. From 11am until 3pm daily, The Hop Farm will provide free access and parking to the event, as well as £5 off when you spend £20 on all plants at The Hop Farm’s nursery, as well as a free glass of local wine from Biddenden Vineyards and free home-made fudge.

20th -21st March 2010
RHS London Orchid Show
A paradise for orchid lovers, with a wide range of stunning unusual and exotic orchids. (To book tickets, call: 08456 121 253)

20th -21st March 2010
Grow Your Own Weekend - Barton Grange, Brock, Preston
Demonstrations and advice all weekend from some of the best ‘grow your own-ers’ in the country. Top veggie grower, BBC presenter and Chelsea Gold Medallist, Medwyn Williams, will be there to share his amazing knowledge and expertise on growing vegetables. They also have demos from Kevin Waters of the Garden Works and a live broadcast by BBC Radio Lancashire’s gardening expert, Bill Blackledge.
FREE Admission
April
6th -7th April 2010
RHS London Greener Gardening Show
This wildlife themed show will inspire and advise visitors to make any garden wildlife friendly with a festival of spring flowers and plants. (To book tickets, call: 08456 121 253)

10th - 11th April 2010
Cornwall Flower Show
One of the largest flower shows in the south west. Located at Boconnoc, nr. Lostwithiel.

16th -18th April 2010
RHS Flower Show Cardiff
Cardiff offers the best in spring plants and accessories for the start of the gardening season. The RHS celebrate all things Welsh with many local exhibitors and produce. A fantastic day out for all the family.

22nd -25th April 2010
Harrogate Spring Flower Show
Two shows are held each year at the Great Yorkshire Showground in Harrogate where you can enjoy the purpose-built event facilities as well as fully ramped and floored marquees. Over 70% of the show is undercover and most of it is on hard surfacing, making it particularly suitable for disabled visitors and a grand day out - whatever the weather.

 

May
1st -9th May 2010
Grand Designs Live London
Grand Designs Live London is based on the successful Channel 4 show hosted by Kevin McCloud, GDL is the UK’s no1 consumer event for home, build, interiors designs and leading cutting edge technology and building advancements, the perfect place for any home build or renovation projects.

6th -9th May 2010
Malvern Spring Gardening Show
Celebrating 25 years of turning styles and trends into achievable gardening. Creativity and inspiration start right here at Malvern. Stunning Show Gardens, Spectacular RHS Floral Marquee, Chris Beardshaw scholarship gardens and sensational shopping. PLUS splendid 25th Anniversary celebrations to include An Anniversary Garden, Birthday Celebration Cake, Guest celebrities and so much more. For more information click the button below or call 01684 584924.

25th - 29th May 2010
RHS Chelsea Flower Show
The Chelsea Flower Show showcases the very best in horticulture, created by the world’s leading garden designers. It is the place to see the latest gardening trends and features the newest and most desirable gardening products.

RHS Chelsea Flower Show

Nothing compares to the show gardens, each one created with attention to detail by some of the world’s leading garden designers. Their stunning ideas will provide you with lasting memories and endless inspiration whatever your budget. The smaller Chic, City, Courtyard and Sun Flower Street gardens will show you exactly what can be achieved in modest plots.
Visit the show and see the latest and greatest in gardening ideas and experience the wonder of the world’s most famous flower show from the RHS.
June
16th - 20th June 2010

BBC Gardeners’ World Live

BBC Gardeners’ World Live
BBC Gardeners’ World Live is the number one destination for hands-on gardeners looking for inspiration, education, expert advice and a great day out.
A fantastic Show lined up for 2010 with stunning Show Gardens to inspire, award-winning plants to delight and top tips from celebrity gardeners including Alan Titchmarsh, Monty Don and Toby Buckland
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July
6th - 11th July 2010

Hampton Court Palace

Hampton Court Palace Flower Show
Set against the majestic backdrop of Hampton Court Palace, this lifestyle event is the perfect day out for any family looking to soak up the great outdoors.
This action-packed show is a great inspiration for gardeners of all abilities offering environmental initiatives for the home and garden.

21st - 25th July 2010
RHS Flower Show Tatton Park
Mereheath Lane, Knutsford, Cheshire.
Set in the grounds of Tatton Park, this show is brimming with ideas and incorporates quality craftsmanship with horticultural prowess. It is a vibrant stage for fresh creative talent and celebrates the very best in community gardening.
August
7th August 2010
Garstang and District Agricultural and Horticultural Show
Over 100 trade stands and shops. Bar and Catering/Luncheon Tent. The event attracts in the region of 15,000 people making it a superb day out for all the family.

13th - 14th August 2010
Shrewsbury Flower Show
Visit the “The Worlds Longest Running Horticultural Show” - The Shrewsbury Flower Show, established in 1875. The show attracts the best floral exhibitors from all over the World and visitors flock in their thousands to see the show each year. The reputation of the show also ensures that it attracts the most expert and horticultural judges in the UK.

19th - 22nd August 2010
Southport Flower Show
Southport Flower Show has a reputation as one of the largest, most diverse and friendliest shows in the country. Whether you are a gifted amateur, professional or just starting out, there is something of interest for everyone. It provides a horticultural hotbed of activity for the beautiful seaside resort and held in 34 acres of beautiful Victoria Park is transformed into a haven for those wanting a memorable day out.
September
 
10th -12th September 2010
Wisley Plant Experience
The late-summer show-stopper features top quality nurseries selling tempting plants for every kind of home garden, visitors will be spoilt for choice. (Entry is free with garden entry).

17th - 19th September 2010
Harrogate Autumn Flower Show
Two shows are held each year at the Great Yorkshire Showground in Harrogate where you can enjoy the purpose-built event facilities as well as fully ramped and floored marquees. Over 70% of the show is undercover and most of it is on hard surfacing, making it particularly suitable for disabled visitors and a grand day out - whatever the weather.
 

25th - 26th September 2010
Malvern Autumn Show
For food and gardening lovers alike, the Malvern Autumn Show offers something for all. Enjoy a stunning mix of family fun, autumnal flowers and harvest produce. (To book tickets, call: 01684 584 924)
October
 
5th -6th October 2010
RHS London Autumn Harvest Show
 Visitors will have the opportunity to taste and buy seasonal plants and produce, as well as enjoying the spectacular sights of the seasonal produce displays. (To book tickets, call: 08456 121 253).

 

 

 

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