The Royal Horticultural Society's 2026 flower shows have been unveiled. RHS Malvern kicks off the spring season, and the world-renowned RHS Chelsea Flower Show is set to showcase another year of horticultural excellence and displays of floral art, with new locations RHS Sandringham Flower Show and RHS Badminton Flower Show debuting in summer 2026.
RHS Malvern Spring Festival runs from 7 to 10 May 2026, 9am to 6pm, at the Three Counties Showground, WR13 6NW. Tickets range from £16.85 to £41.85. RHS Flower Show Season 2026 begins in May with the RHS Malvern Spring Festival. From sensational Show Gardens to Blooming Borders where designers can kick-start their careers, gardening inspiration will be in abundance. The Indoor Plant Gardens and Festival of Houseplants will set visitors up for a summer of gardening, no matter what the British weather brings. With fascinating talks, a dog day for visitors' furry friends, and plenty of great food, the festival offers something for the whole family.
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RHS Chelsea Flower Show takes place 19 to 23 May 2026, 8am to 8pm, at the Royal Hospital, Chelsea, SW3 4LW. Tickets range from £77.25 to £133.90. Step back into the grounds of Royal Hospital Chelsea to enjoy the internationally acclaimed RHS Chelsea Flower Show. This prestigious event is a highlight in the British calendar and is regularly attended by Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Representing the peak of horticultural excellence, world class exhibitors will create gardens that demonstrate outstanding design, highlight current gardening trends, and address key issues facing horticulture today. The Great Pavilion is home to spectacular floral displays and inspirational growers who share expert knowledge to help visitors deepen their love of gardening. Guests can also enjoy fine dining or an evening of live music at RHS Chelsea Late.
RHS Badminton Flower Show will debut from 8 to 12 July 2026, 10am to 6pm, at Badminton, GL9 1DD, with tickets priced between £38.48 and £47.61. Visitors can look forward to gardens, exhibits, remarkable floral installations, and an engaging programme of talks from leading horticultural experts. Nestled within the South Gloucestershire countryside, Badminton Estate provides an idyllic setting for this year's flower show. Blending horticulture with heritage, visitors can explore local history, culture, traditional crafts, and country gardens. The show will also celebrate emerging talent with the Young Designer and Pocket Planting Gardens, offering guests the chance to discover the next generation of designers and gather planting ideas to try at home. The Great Taste Market and Lakeside Restaurant will offer a wide range of treats to enjoy while exploring the grounds. After a year at Badminton Estate, the show will return to RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival.
RHS Sandringham Flower Show will run from 22 to 26 July 2026, 10am to 5pm, at Sandringham Estate, PE35 6AB, with tickets priced between £38.90 and £43.06. The RHS is delighted to bring a new show to the Norfolk countryside at the much loved country home of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla. The show will feature coastal gardens that celebrate the unique conditions of the seaside, along with inspirational Long Borders and the work of skilled floral artists. The Grow Forward Gardens will highlight how garden design can help address climate change and improve landscapes. A fruit and summer vegetable competition will offer a fun way to engage younger visitors.
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