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Britain has been blooming with flower festivals and shows since the 19th century, visit now and you’ll find the nation packed with an abundance of floral delights. Often using striking designs and innovative events to highlight important issues such as well-being, sustainability and community through yearly themes, a trip to a British flower show is sure to leave you inspired. No matter the season, get your creative juices flowing and look out for artist and photography workshops that bring the gardens to life. So if you’re a budding florist, a keen gardener, or just looking to escape into stunning nature, here’s our round up of some of the fabulous shows that take place all over the country.

Gardening and flower shows

Beaulieu, New Forest 3rd - 5th May 2024

Spark your gardening imagination with live shows, spring plants and ideas for dreamy outdoor living.

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A garden display at BBC Gardeners' World Live - Spring Fair
NEC, Birmingham 13th - 16th June 2024

The must-visit event in the horticultural calendar, it’s the ultimate day out for all garden lovers - packed with inspiration, expertise, shopping and entertainment.

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TV presenter Monty Don at BBC Gardeners World Live 2023
Audley End, Essex 30th August - 1st September 2024

Mark the start of the autumn gardening season with a showcase of gardens and harvest, run in association with English Heritage.

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A garden display at BBC Gardeners' World Live - Autumn Fair

Lesser-known flower shows

Experience Britain in bloom at these smaller events.

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Women wearing floral dresses at the Shrewsbury flower show

Celebrity guests

Shrewsbury Flower Show is a great opportunity to spot some famous gardeners as well as headlining acts for live music and entertainment.

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Two children wearing face paint at the RHS Flower Show in Cardiff

Rare plants and species

The Rare Plant Fair at Waterperry Gardens, Oxfordshire, offers plenty of opportunity to discover new species of plant and learn from the experts.

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Two children sitting on a bench at Chorley Flower Show

Family-friendly flower shows

The Chorley Flower Show in Lancashire has plenty of entertainment to keep the kids amused, including their very own ‘Design a Garden’ competition.

RHS Gardens

Over 156 acres of flourishing flowers and landscapes at RHS Bridgewater.

Get your tickets for RHS Garden Bridgewater

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Two women walking toward archway, RHS Bridgewater
RHS Garden Bridgewater

RHS’s flagship garden filled with seasonally changing flora.

Discover blooming gardens at RHS Garden Wisley

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View down a wisteria walkway and to a large urn fountain
RHS Garden Wisley

Find your creative side with an artistic workshop at RHS Garden Hyde Hall.

Book now to discover blooming gardens at RHS Garden Hyde Hall

RHS/Chris Gorman

aerial view of gardens in the summer
RHS Garden Hyde Hall

RHS/Jason Ingram

ornate gardens surrounded by formal hedges and a lilly pond
RHS Garden Rosemoor
RHS Garden Harlow Carr

Over 156 acres of flourishing flowers and landscapes at RHS Bridgewater.

Get your tickets for RHS Garden Bridgewater

RHS/Trevor Ray Hart

Two women walking toward archway, RHS Bridgewater
RHS Garden Bridgewater

RHS’s flagship garden filled with seasonally changing flora.

Discover blooming gardens at RHS Garden Wisley

RHS/Jason Ingram

View down a wisteria walkway and to a large urn fountain
RHS Garden Wisley

Find your creative side with an artistic workshop at RHS Garden Hyde Hall.

Book now to discover blooming gardens at RHS Garden Hyde Hall

RHS/Chris Gorman

aerial view of gardens in the summer
RHS Garden Hyde Hall

RHS/Jason Ingram

ornate gardens surrounded by formal hedges and a lilly pond
RHS Garden Rosemoor
RHS Garden Harlow Carr