Skip to content

What's On · South East England

Garden shows in South East England 2026

From the RHS flagship at Wisley to BBC Gardeners' World at Beaulieu and the Blenheim Palace Flower Show, South East England runs the most diverse horticultural programme in the country.

South East England hosts more than ten major garden shows in 2026, including BBC Gardeners' World Spring Fair at Beaulieu (May), Blenheim Palace Flower Show (June), and seasonal events at RHS Garden Wisley. The region covers Surrey, Sussex, Kent, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire.

Browse other regions

London South West East of England East Midlands West Midlands All UK events

5 events in South East England this year.

Vibrant pink and yellow orchids on display at the RHS Orchid Show
Flower Show Top pick

RHS Orchid Show

13-15 March RHS Garden Wisley, Surrey

Three days of spectacular orchid displays, expert talks, and specialist nurseries selling rare varieties. One of the first major RHS events of the year.

View event details
Lush cottage-style cutting garden in full spring bloom
Garden Show

Perch Hill Garden Open Day

30 April Perch Hill Farm, East Sussex

A rare chance to explore Sarah Raven's celebrated cutting garden at its spring peak. Pre-booking essential as tickets sell out fast.

View event details
Wildflowers blooming in the Hampshire countryside
Festival Top pick

BBC Gardeners' World Spring Fair

1-3 May Beaulieu, Hampshire

The first BBC Gardeners' World event of the season. Live talks from TV presenters, specialist nurseries, show gardens, and hands-on workshops in the grounds of the National Motor Museum.

View event details
Formal country house gardens in summer bloom
Flower Show Top pick

Blenheim Palace Flower Show

19-21 June Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire

Show gardens, floral displays, and specialist nurseries set in the grounds of Blenheim Palace. Features celebrity gardeners including Carol Klein. A stunning backdrop for a flower show.

View event details
RHS garden illuminated at night with strings of festive lights
Exhibition

RHS Garden Wisley Glow

Mid November - early January (dates TBC) RHS Garden Wisley, Surrey

The Gardens illuminated with thousands of lights for the winter season. An after-dark experience combining garden design with dramatic lighting installations.

View event details