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29th January to
12th April 2010 |
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RHS
Botanical Art at Fulham Palace |
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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. |
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| 19th -21st March
2010 |
| Grand Opening of
Tea Rooms and Nursery at The Hop Farm, Kent |
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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. |
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20th -21st March
2010 |
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RHS
London Orchid Show |
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A paradise for
orchid lovers, with a wide range of stunning unusual
and exotic orchids. (To book tickets, call: 08456
121 253) |
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20th -21st March
2010 |
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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. |
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Admission |
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| April |
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6th -7th April
2010 |
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RHS
London Greener Gardening Show |
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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) |
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| 10th
- 11th April 2010 |
| Cornwall
Flower Show |
| One of
the largest flower shows in the south west.
Located at Boconnoc, nr. Lostwithiel. |
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16th -18th
April 2010 |
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RHS
Flower Show Cardiff |
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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. |
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22nd -25th
April 2010 |
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Harrogate Spring Flower Show |
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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. |
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| May |
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1st -9th May 2010 |
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Grand
Designs Live London |
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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. |
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6th -9th May 2010 |
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Malvern
Spring Gardening Show |
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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. |
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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. |
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| 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. |
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| June |
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16th
- 20th June 2010 |
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| 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 |
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| 6th
- 11th July 2010 |
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| 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. |
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This action-packed show is a great inspiration
for gardeners of all abilities offering
environmental initiatives for the home and
garden. |
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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. |
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| August |
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7th
August 2010 |
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Garstang
and District Agricultural and Horticultural Show |
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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. |
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13th - 14th
August 2010 |
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Shrewsbury Flower Show |
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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. |
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19th - 22nd
August 2010 |
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Southport Flower Show |
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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. |
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| September |
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10th -12th
September 2010 |
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Wisley
Plant Experience |
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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). |
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17th - 19th
September 2010 |
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Harrogate Autumn Flower Show |
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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. |
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25th - 26th
September 2010 |
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Malvern
Autumn Show |
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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) |
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| October |
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5th -6th October
2010 |
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RHS
London Autumn Harvest Show |
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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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