{"id":29585,"date":"2023-11-28T16:11:06","date_gmt":"2023-11-28T15:11:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bf1908a2-a3d8-4749-9665-dc34395ad823"},"modified":"2023-12-06T15:34:57","modified_gmt":"2023-12-06T14:34:57","slug":"gardening-events-and-shows-for-2024","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/gardensillustrated\/rss_feed\/gardening-events-and-shows-for-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Gardening events and shows for 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"

All the big names in one place. Here’s our guide to the gardening calendar’s biggest and best gardening events for the year ahead <\/p>

By Molly Blair\n <\/p>

Published: Tuesday, 28 November 2023 at 15:11 PM<\/p>

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From the glamour and excitement of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show<\/a> to the laid-back charm of the Great Comp Summer Show, our round up of this year\u2019s best flower shows, festivals and events.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

We’ll be updating this article through the year so be sure to check back for what’s new. Bookmark it for quick and easy re-finding!<\/p>

So let’s make some plans and make the most of what’s going on. Here’s what you’ve got to look forward to for 2024:<\/p>

Gardens Illustrated<\/em> events and show guide 2024<\/h2>

DECEMBER 2023<\/h2>

1-15th December: Christmas Wreath Workshops<\/h3>

Learn to make the perfect Christmas wreath in this festive workshop, coffee and cake included!<\/p>

Open<\/strong> Various timesTickets<\/strong> \u00a365Location<\/strong> Pod & Pip, Ebble House, Stratford Tony, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 4AT<\/span>Web <\/span><\/strong>p<\/span>odandpip.co.uk<\/a><\/p>

7-11 December: Winter Flowers Week<\/h3>
\u00a9 Wardington Manor, Florist Shane Connolly<\/figcaption><\/figure>

Five floral designers will transform the Garden Museum into a floral winter wonderland. Festive installations of British-grown flowers and foliage will be on display for five days. <\/p>

Open<\/strong> 10am-5pmTickets<\/strong> \u00a314 museum entryLocation<\/strong> Garden Museum, Lambeth Palace Road, London, SE1 7LBWeb <\/span><\/strong>gardenmuseum.org.uk<\/a><\/p>

16 December: Everlasting Flowers with Layla Robinson Interior Design<\/h3>

Handcrafted, luxurious, natural, interior decoration with a difference made from everlasting flowers and foliage. Join Layla<\/a> to create a one-of-a-kind flower panel or lampshade in this workshop as seen on Channel 4\u2019s Extraordinary Escapes.<\/p>

Open<\/strong> 10am-5pmTickets<\/strong> \u00a3178 per workshopLocation<\/strong> Compton Verney, Warwickshire, CV35 9HZWeb <\/span><\/strong>comptonverney.org.uk<\/a><\/p>

23 December: The Chapel Choir of the Royal Chelsea Hospital<\/h3>

Visit the gardens at West Green Opera House for a concert of the Chapel Choir of the Royal Chelsea Hospital signing carols and songs to enchant the family before exploring the lights at the garden for the last day before Christmas. <\/p>

Open<\/strong> Concerts at 3pm and 6pmTickets<\/strong> \u00a338Location<\/strong> West Green House Gardens, Thackham’s Lane, near Hartley Wintney, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 8JB.Web <\/span><\/strong>westgreenhouse.co.uk<\/a><\/p>

JANUARY <\/h2>

18 January: Rose Pruning Masterclass with Michael Marriott<\/h3>

Join world authority on roses, Michael Marriott, for an informative talk and practical rose pruning masterclass. <\/p>

Open<\/strong> 10.30am-1.30pmTickets<\/strong> \u00a355Location<\/strong> Borde Hill, Borde Hill Lane, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 1XPWeb <\/span><\/strong>bordehill.co.uk<\/a><\/p>

27 – 28 January: Houseplant Weekend<\/h3>
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House Plant Studios at RHS Chelsea Flower Show – \u00a9 RHS \/ Georgi Mabee – \u00a9 RHS \/ Georgi Mabee<\/figcaption><\/figure>

Visit RHS Garden Bridgewater to gain the knowledge and expertise to turn your interest in houseplants into a hobby. From talks and workshops drop-in clinics and great shopping opportunities, it will be the perfect January pick-me-up.<\/p>

Open<\/strong> 10am-3pmTickets<\/strong> Free with garden entryLocation<\/strong> RHS Garden Bridgewater, Occupation Road, Worsley, Salford, Greater Manchester, M28 2LJWeb <\/span><\/strong>rhs.org.uk<\/a><\/p>

FEBRUARY<\/h2>

3 February – 10 March: Houseplant Takeover<\/h3>
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The Houseplant Takeover \u00a9 RHS \/ Oliver Dixon<\/figcaption><\/figure>

Explore Wisley’s glasshouses for their annual Houseplant Takeover with the theme ‘Plants Before Time’. Plants will be interspersed with fossils, footprints and more. <\/p>

Open<\/strong> Monday to Friday 10am-3.45pm and Saturday to Sunday 9.30am-3.45pm. Tickets<\/strong> Free with garden entryLocation<\/strong> RHS Garden Wisley, Wisley Lane, Woking, Surrey, GU23 6QBWeb <\/span><\/strong>rhs.org.uk<\/a><\/p>

7 and 21 February: Grow the Seasons – Fresh Start<\/h3>

Visit The Small Holding in Kilndown for the first in a series of courses designed to help you grow the seasons. This one will focus on the beginning of the gardening year and you’ll learn how to create No Dig beds. <\/p>

Open<\/strong> 9.30am-4pmTickets<\/strong> \u00a3195Location<\/strong> The Small Holding, Ranters Lane, Kilndown, England, TN17 2SGWeb <\/span><\/strong>growtheseasons.com<\/a><\/p>

MARCH<\/h2>

16 March: Creating a Cutting Garden <\/h3>

Visit Damson Farm in Somerset for a masterclass in cut flower growing from Becky Crowley. Book early to avoid disappointment!<\/p>

Open<\/strong> 9.30am-4pmTickets<\/strong> \u00a3120Location<\/strong> Damson Farm, Northend, BA1 8ESWeb <\/span><\/strong>alisonjenkins.co.uk<\/a><\/p>

APRIL <\/h2>

5 April: Korean Natural Farming <\/h3>

Visit Damson Farm to explore this method of regenerating soil by creating your own fertilisers and plant medicines with Joshua Sparkes. <\/p>

Open<\/strong> 9.30am-4pmTickets<\/strong> \u00a3120Location<\/strong> Damson Farm, Northend, BA1 8ESWeb <\/span><\/strong>alisonjenkins.co.uk<\/a><\/p>

Dates and prices correct at time of publication. Please check details for each show prior to travelling.<\/span><\/p>

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