Upcoming Flower Shows
If you love gardens, plants and a good wander, you’re in for a treat. The UK’s flower show calendar is blooming into life, with something to delight everyone.
Here’s a look at some of the standout flower and garden shows coming up across the country.
Malvern Spring Festival
Date: Thurs 7th – Sun 10th May
Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Malvern Hills, the Malvern Spring Fair is a real celebration of the season. Expect colourful floral displays, garden inspiration, artisan crafts and plenty of opportunities to pick up plants you didn’t know you needed (but absolutely do). It’s a relaxed, friendly show with a lovely countryside feel.
RHS Chelsea Flower Show
Date: Tues 19th – Sat 23rd May
No list would be complete without Chelsea. World-famous and wonderfully glamorous, the RHS Chelsea Flower Show showcases revolutionary garden design, stunning show gardens and the very best of British horticulture. Even if you’re not planning a complete garden overhaul, it’s a joy to soak up the creativity and spot trends that will shape gardens for years to come.
BBC Gardeners’ World Live
Date: Thurs 18th – Sun 21st June
Held at the NEC in Birmingham, Gardeners’ World Live is ideal for gardeners who like practical advice alongside inspiration. From expert talks and live demonstrations to show gardens you can realistically recreate at home, it’s friendly, informative and full of useful ideas you can take straight back to your own plot or patio.
RHS Badminton Flower Show
Date: Wed 8th – Sun 12th July
A new addition to the calendar, marking a major expansion for RHS events in Gloucestershire. RHS Badminton has a distinctly elegant feel, set within the beautiful grounds of Badminton House in Gloucestershire. It’s a slightly more intimate show, perfect for browsing plants, enjoying thoughtful garden designs and picking up specialist advice from growers who really know their stuff.
RHS Sandringham Flower Show
Date: Wed 22nd – Sun 26th July
Taking place in the Royal Park at Sandringham, this show combines gardening excellence with a relaxed summer atmosphere. Expect inspiring gardens, floral displays and a lovely day out in one of Norfolk’s most iconic settings. It’s especially good for families and anyone who enjoys a gentle, unhurried garden show experience.
RHS Wisley Flower Show
Date: Tues 1st – Sun 6th September
RHS Garden Wisley is a treat at any time of year, but its flower shows are something special. With expert-led talks, seasonal plant displays and the chance to explore one of the UK’s best-loved gardens, it’s perfect for gardeners who want inspiration grounded in real, achievable planting ideas.
Malvern Autumn Flower Show
Date: Fri 25th – Sun 27th September
As the season winds down, the Malvern Autumn Fair steps in to celebrate harvest time and late-season gardening. Think autumn colour, produce, houseplants and ideas for extending interest in your garden well into the colder months. It’s a cosy, characterful show that rounds off the gardening year beautifully.
