Gardens & Flower Shows

Two people exploring Wakehurst Winter Garden

Wakehurst's head of horticulture on its appeal for groups

We caught up with Iain Parkinson, head of landscape and horticulture at Wakehurst, to find out what groups can expect from the gardens in West Sussex.

The Richmond Reader Club trip group outside The Poppy Factory.

Reader Club: highlights of Kew Gardens and The Poppy Factory

GLT editor Keeley Rodgers on the highlights of our fam trip to Kew Gardens and The Poppy Factory in Richmond. 

Sweet Pea Season at Easton Walled Gardens

Easton Walled Gardens confirms Sweet Pea Season for groups

From heritage pastels to heady fragrance, there’s a world of sweet peas to discover at Easton Walled Gardens this summer for groups.

Beautiful orchids on display as part of the Orchid Festival at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Kew Gardens’ Orchid Festival is a delight for the senses

Keeley Rodgers immerses herself in the world of Madagascar, the theme of the 2024 Orchid Festival at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. 

The stunning Azalea Bowl at Exbury Gardens in Hampshire

Exbury Gardens: themed tours celebrate 60 years of visitor favourite

2024 marks a special year for Exbury Gardens’ famed Azalea Bowl with themed guided tours available to book. 

Hever Castle in Spring

Hever Castle’s 2024 group events and offers

The team at Hever Castle & Gardens in Kent have released their programme of events for groups throughout 2024 including Snowdrop Walks, a Celebration of Spring and Hever in Bloom. 

Snowdrops at Barnsdale Gardens in Rutland

Group deals for Snowdrop Month at Barnsdale Gardens

Delight your group with a visit to Barnsdale Gardens’ famous snowdrop walk which features more than 9,000 snowdrops. 

RHS Malvern Spring Festival 2023

RHS Malvern Spring Festival announces Alan Titchmarsh for 2024 line-up

The 2024 RHS Malvern Spring Festival will be focused on ‘Gardening for Change’ with group discounts on tickets available. 

Visitors explore the newly opened glasshouses at Chelsea Physic Garden in London.

Chelsea Physic Garden glasshouses transformed for visitors

Visitors to Chelsea Physic Garden in London can now go into the seven historic glasshouses which have reopened after a two-year restoration. 

Borde Hill

Celebrate the seasons with group garden tours at Borde Hill

Enhance your group visit to Borde Hill Garden in West Sussex with exclusive tours in 2024, plus discounts and other incentives.

Frances Tophill watering plants in the garden.

Frances Tophill on travel and working with Alan Titchmarsh on BBC’s Gardeners’ World

We caught up with TV presenter Frances Tophill ahead of her GLT Show appearance on 5th October in Milton Keynes to discuss her love of travel and what it’s like working with gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh.

RHS Garden Wisley Flower Show

Autumn highlights for groups across all five RHS gardens

Our pick of some of the many seasonal events and attractions happening this autumn at each RHS garden.

Chatsworth

Picture this: some of the most beautiful places to visit in autumn

A selection of attractions which are perfect for autumnal walks, seasonal displays and beautiful photo opportunities.

Summer flowers

Colourful garden and flower shows for groups in 2023

A round-up of some of the best events for garden-loving groups this year.

RHS Garden Hyde Hall

Afternoon tea and picnic packages for groups visiting RHS Garden Hyde Hall

New group rates and catering packages at RHS Garden Hyde Hall in Essex feature afternoon tea options and takeaway lunch bags. 

GLT Awards 2022 Best Garden Visit Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Eric White: group organisers make it a thrill to answer the phone

We chatted to Eric White, who looks after groups visiting the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew in Richmond, about being nominated for The Excellence Award 2022 and his botanical highlights.

RHS Malvern Spring Festival

Four-day ‘gardening extravaganza’ promised for RHS Malvern Spring Festival

The 2023 RHS show season kicks off with the RHS Malvern Spring Festival from 11th - 14th May at Worcestershire’s Three Counties Showground, with thematic new zones, theatres, immersive experiences and interactive demonstrations.

Mediterranean Garden at Barnsdale Gardens

Cream teas and discounts for groups visiting Barnsdale Gardens

Barnsdale Gardens in Rutland is encouraging more groups to visit with a new discounted ticket rate and a pre-bookable cream tea. 

Borde Hill Garden

A colourful calendar of events at Borde Hill Garden

Set across 35 acres, the Grade II English Heritage Garden at Borde Hill has a packed 2023 calendar for groups to enjoy across the seasons.

Sculpture Park at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens

Striking sculptures on display for first time at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens

Visitors to Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens can now experience one of the largest sculpture displays in Europe by a single artist.