The National Amateur Gardening Show takes place from August 31st to September 2nd at the Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet, Somerset – and once again there is free entry for children.
Organisers have prepared an action-packed programme that promises something to delight everyone over the three day show - from the serious horticulturist to the person who just likes to potter, plus more glorious gardens and dazzling displays than ever before.
Features this year include a chilli-growing competition, a food hall with a mouth-watering array of local produce, a spectacular array of Feature, Student Challenge, and Showcase Gardens, the ever popular giant Floral Marquee full of spectacular blooms from some fo the country’s top growers, a team of gardening celebrities to share their expertise and advice at question and answer sessions, celebrity workshops, a wine and drinks area, the National Dahlia Society Show (the biggest dahlia show in the world!), and specialist nurseries.
One of the big highlights of the three day Show is the UK National Giant Vegetable Championships promising a monster crop of record breakers - all adding to the buzz, colour and excitement of the show which is supported by Renault.
Celebrities handing out top tips over the three days include organic guru Bob Flowerdew, horticultural lecturer and broadcaster Christine Walkden, and expert garden writers Peter Seabrook and Anne Swithinbank.
They will be touring the show, giving talks and doing demos, taking part in question and answer sessions, meeting the crowds and presenting prizes and awards.
Other features include Amateur Gardening’s Flower, Fruit and Vegetables Competitions, free lectures and demonstrations, cuttings workshops and over 400 trade stands.
There’s fun for all the family with plenty of action in the Children’s Area, with face-painting, and garden games. Celebrity chef William Hunter is back cooking up a feast with his cookery demonstrations while the Showground’s very own Bath and West Railway will be full steam ahead throughout the Show.
The show runs every day from 9.30am to 5.30pm. Tickets (price £10 for adults and £9 for senior citizens) can be booked in advance now on the credit card hotline on 01749 822 222
Prices on the gate are £12 for adults and £11 for senior citizens. There is free admittance for children when accompanied by an adult.
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