The 196th Annual Garstang Show is taking place on August 6^th, 2011 and is expected to attract more than 15,000 people!

From 8am until 6pm, the show will be hosting a wonderful array of shows and events, all centred around agricultural, horticultural and craft interests. Visitors will also be able to look at a number of lovely breeds of sheep and cattle, as well as meet shire horses, visit a brewery and see private turnouts pulling old style wagons and carts.

For further information visit the Garstang Show website.

If you want to get in on the horticultural fun, you can send flowers with Interflora florists in Lancashire, florists in Preston and florists in Morecambe.

The Leeds Flower Show starts on Saturday 6^th August and is a two-day extravaganza of wonderful classes, workshops and entertainment. The show, organised by Leeds Horticultural Society, has been held for almost 150 years and is extremely popular with local residents and those father afield.

Public admission to the show starts at 11am on Saturday with last admissions at 4.30pm. The Saturday show day ends at 5pm. On Sunday, doors open at 8.30am and last admissions are allowed until 4.30pm. The day ends at 5pm.

For ticket prices, visit the Leeds Flower Show website.

If you are looking to celebrate by sending flowers to someone, Interflora has an excellent network of florists in Leeds, florists in West Yorkshire and florists in Bradford.

The churches of Gautby, Minting and Waddingworth villages in Lincolnshire have joined together for a flower festival on Sunday, August 7.

Gautby All Saints’ Church was built around 1756 in a style that enabled it to hold its own against the grand London Churches of the day.
Minting’s Church of St Andrew was rebuilt in 1863 with fragments of an earlier church incorporated into the fabric and its Thankful Village status is celebrated in the church.
St Margaret’s church in Waddingworth is privately owned and it’s rarely open to the public.

Wragby Handbell Ringers will be playing at Minting and Gautby churches and light lunches and afternoon tea will be served at Gautby Village Hall from 10am to 4.30pm.

Flowers theme
Gautby’s theme is the a “Yearly Cycle”
Minting’s theme is a “Life Cycle” – births, marriages and deaths
Waddingworth’s flower theme is a “Daily Cycle”

The three churches will be open from 10am to 5pm.

If you are looking to send flowers in the Linconshire area Interflora has a wide network of florists in Lincolnshire, florists in Wragby, florists in Lincoln

The 2011 Shrewsbury Flower Show, now in its 124^th year, will be taking place on 12th and 13^th August at the beautiful Quarry Park.

People from all walks of gardening life will be attending, including professional growers, amateur gardeners, florists and architectural landscapers, who have all been planning their amazing show presentations and spectacular floral displays for months.

Stunning gardens, show jumping, medieval jousting, motorcycle displays, music, fireworks and special guest appearances from celebrity chef, Gino D’Acampo and TV gardener, Chris Beardshaw are all part of this fantastic weekend of fun.

For more details just visit the Shrewsbury Flower Show website.

If you want to get in on the flower fun, you can find Interflora florists in Shrewsbury, florists in Welshpool and florists in Powys.

Over 200 trade stands will exhibit at the Southport Flower Show this year, from 18th to 21th August. In addition to a greater abundance of flowers you will find an extended food village, celebrity guests, including gardeners and chefs, and even a luxury cinema in a 1960s bus.

“Vintage” is the theme of this year’s show with creative traders, exhibitors and guests taking influence from design classics of the 50′ s,
60′ s and 70′ s.

Flowers, gardening, horticulture and floral arts are the cherished heart of the show. However, over the past few years, the show has also become a more urbane experience that now includes food, leisure and entertainment.

Talks, lectures and cookery presentations are just some of the many activities available at the show. Experts in The Garden Road show will be on hand to answer your questions and the
bandstand has a rich and varied programme of music.

For something unusual, the main arena will bring visitors jousting medieval knights and free flying birds of prey. The drama is balanced by the charm of dog displays featuring dogs of all shapes and sizes.

If you’d like to send flowers to someone in this area check our network of florists in Southport, florists in Liverpool, florists in Merseyside

The Clevedon Flower Show & Festival, organised by Clevedon and District Horticultural Society, will run from Saturday 27^th to Sunday 28^th August on the Salthouse Fields.

Two days of non-stop fun with flower displays, children’s entertainment and music (including marching bands, jazz bands, tribute groups including Neil Diamond, Elton John and Abba).

During the two day show there will be championship classes in Roses, Chrysanths, Dahlias, Gladioli, Pot Plants, Fuchsias and Vegetables together with a further 200 classes covering everything from the common garden flower to the best jams and cakes, photographs, craft and wine.

In addition to the traditional plants, flowers, fruit and vegetables that can be entered, along with photography, artworks, cakes and preserves, some of the classes are for more unusual items including a model made from Lego.

Opening times
Saturday 27th August – 1.00pm until 6.30pm
Sunday 28th August – 10.00am until 5.00pm

Entrance fee
Adults – £4.50   Children & Senior Citizens – £3.50   Family Ticket (up to 4 children) – £10.00

For more details visit Clevedon Flower Show website

If you want to get in on the horticultural fun, you can send flowers with Interflora florists in Clevedon, florists in Weston Super Mare or florists in Bristol.

The 2011 Harrogate Autumn Flower Show, which will celebrate a century of showcasing this year, takes place on the 16-18 September at the Great Yorkshire Showground.

This show is the ideal place to find inspiration for the new growing year. Spectacular floral displays await visitors to the Specialist Societies marquee, where a wonderful array of colours and aromas combine to create a memorable experience.

Leading nurseries across the country give expert advice on what to plant in your own garden, while Kitchen Garden Live is available for top tips on growing fruit and vegetables.  With more than 60 craft and gift stands there is also an early opportunity for Christmas shopping!

A Garden Border Competition has been launched inviting garden designers, landscapers, colleges and other horticultural organisations to create and build the perfect border display.

New for 2011 is a series of classes for giant vegetables such as mammoth marrows, tremendous tomatoes and colossal cucumbers!
The show is open 9.30am – 5.30pm Fri/Sat/Sunday.
Fri/Sat £14.00
Sun £13.00
Under 16s free
Students (ID required) £7.00
Late-entry (Sunday after 2pm only) £7.00

A rare treat for plant-lovers everywhere.
Set within a 15-acre listed garden and arboretum, a Rare Plant Fair will be held at Llanover House near Abergavenny in Wales on September 18th.

Visitors will be able to stroll around lakes, streams and a dovecote while enjoying the wonderful plants and flowers on display. Unusual trees, shrubs and flowers have been planted in the grounds for more than 200 years and the beautiful autumn colours will be a sight to behold.
From 11am until 4pm, guests can browse these delightful flowers and enjoy the tranquil surroundings of the Welsh countryside.
Tickets cost £4 per person and can be bought on the day at Llanover House or via the Abergavenny Food Festival website.

If you want to share some gorgeous flowers with someone you know, check out our website for florists in Abergavenny, florists in Gwent and florists in Newport.

Discover a secret garden in Sugnall.
Visit the impressive grounds of Sugnall Hall on September 18th and uncover a wonderful world of flowers and plants, you can even sample the best treats that nature has to offer from the Hall’s Kitchen Garden.

This fair includes walks around the established grounds, seasonal tasting sessions and a drop-in clinic with Dr Steve Reynolds; one of Shropshire and the West Midland’s leading experts on plant problems.

The Kitchen Garden at Sugnall Hall dates back to 1738 and is currently going through the process of being restored to its former glory. The kitchen creates wonderful jams and preserves made from their own fruit and vegetables, which can be bought in the tearoom on site.
The fair runs from 10am until 4pm and entry is £1 with free parking. To find out more visit the Plant Hunter’s Fair  website or call 01785 850820 for further information.
Share your passion for flowers with someone you love and get in touch with our florists in Sugnall, florists in Eccleshall or florists in Staffordshire.

The Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree and Carols event is now on in London and is a wonderful to ring in the festive season with your loved ones.

Each evening, the Square will be host to carol singers performing traditional and contemporary songs for the general public. There will also be dedicated services taking place on scheduled evenings, held in the nearby St Martins-in-the-Fields Church.

Enjoy the dazzling lights and wonderful music with your family and take a trip to Trafalgar Square this Christmas.

This Christmas carol event will run until January 5th, 2012. For further information about scheduled performances, call 0207 983 4813 or visit the London Town website.

Send a festive surprise to someone you know in London and order some Christmas flowers from Interflora.

Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Gardens is holding a festive Tudor Christmas from Saturday, December 17th to Sunday, December 18th 2011.

Discover how your ancestors celebrated Christmas in the 16th century and learn about the food, decorations, gifts and festive occasions that the Tudors would have enjoyed during the winter months. Suitable for families, the event will includes games and fun activities that everyone can take part in.

This festive Tudor event will run from 11am until 4pm each day and prices are listed at English Heritage

Waddesdon Manor in Buckinghamshire will be opening it’s beautiful gardens to the public from December 27th to January 2nd, giving you the perfect opportunity to see this wonderful garden in the peak of winter beauty.

Since the late 19th century, the gardens have been cultivating and cared for, producing one of the most amazing landscaped gardens in the region. For the last 50 years, the National Trust has worked hard to keep this gorgeous garden thriving and we encourage you to take advantage of the upcoming open days. You can also visit the impressive manor itself or wander through it’s charming cafes and gift shops.

For further information about Waddesdon Manor and the historic gardens, call 01296 653226 or visit the Waddesdon Manor.

Treat someone special to an amazing Christmas gift and send some festive flowers to your loved ones in Waddesdon.

Chiswick House and Gardens Trust will be hosting the second annual Camellia Festival in February 2012 which celebrates the many unique flowers on display there. Running until 18 March 2012, the festival will be open 10am until 4pm daily and is open to the public.

The Chiswick Gardens Conservatory in Chiswick, London, was designed by Samuel Ware in 1813 and many of the flowers and plants on show are descended from the original planting in 1828. This includes the stunning Middlemist’s Red which is one of only two in the world known to exist.

Chiswick House and Gardens’ newly restored Italian Garden, created for the 6th Duke of Devonshire in 1814, has been replanted with an early display of spring flowers. Additionally, every Wednesday from February 18 to March 18, there will be an opportunity to book a private view followed by a specialist lecture by leading Camellia expert, Jennifer Trehane.

For further information visit Chiswick House and Gardens.

The Harrogate Flower Show 2012 will run from April 26th to 29th and is held at the Great Yorkshire Showground. The show will display a selection of stunning gardens with information on how the look was achieved for each one.

There will also be a live Kitchen Garden event featuring a series of talks and demonstrations designed to help you get the most out of your garden this year.

As well as inspirational show gardens, visitors to the Harrogate Flower Show can also browse around some incredible pieces of Floral Art, sample the delights of the Food Marquee and pick up a lovely memento of the event at the crafts and gifts section.

For further details, visit Harrogate Flower Show 2012

The Spalding flower show and parade 2012 includes floats, marching bands, vintage bicycles and much more; all celebrating the beauty of flowers.

On Saturday 5th May, from 2pm, visitors will be able to enjoy beautiful flower floats on parade, as well as a flower festival with lots to see and do. This year’s theme is Food, Glorious Food! and so come and feast your eyes on these amazing floats and costumes.

The floral floats for the show will be on static display at the festival site within the Springfield Gardens, Spalding, from 9am on the 5th May, before leaving in the afternoon. Visitors are can also get a look-in early and the floats being created and decorated with thousands of flowers on the Friday night.

For more information visit Spalding Flower Show

Visit the Valentines Mansion and Gardens Wedding Fair and find some inspiration for your big day while experiencing the beauty of this impressive 16th century mansion and gardens. On Sunday, May 13th, 2012, from 11am until 4pm, Valentines Mansion will be holding a comprehensive wedding fair for every bride-to-be to enjoy.

While visiting the fair you can sample delicious wedding cakes, enjoy the sweet scents of flowers, find photographers for your special day and browse designer jewellery, stationery and music selections. On display will be also be gorgeous bridal fashions, as well as menswear and dresses for your bridal party.

For full details visit the website or call 020 7993 5273 or 0777 283 2628.

The Leeds Flower, Vegetable and Craft Show is back again for 2012 and looks to be even bigger and better than last year.

Held at The Grammar School in Leeds, this amazing show features two halls packed full of stalls, featuring beautiful flowers and plants, delicious fruit and veg and wonderful hand-made crafts.

There are also a number of fantastic competitions to take part in, including floral art displays and a scarecrow-building contest! Radio Leeds gardener Joe Maiden will be presiding over the weekend’s entertainment and all gardeners, from beginners to professionals, are invited to come along and take part.

The show is a great day out for all the family, with fun activities for the children and demonstrations from Northern and Local Societies including the Leeds & District Gardeners Federation Allotments Society, The National Vegetable Society, The West Yorkshire Fuchsia Society, The Yorkshire Rosarians, The Leeds Beekeepers Association and more!

For more information about the Leeds Flower Show, please visit the Leeds Horticultural Society website.

This year’s Southport Flower Show has finally gotten its theme for 2012; ‘Cool’!

The designers will be asked to create their gardens and displays around the theme of ‘cool’ with awards presented to the winning entries.

Additionally, this year’s show will also be hosting the first year of the North West Food Festival, featuring celebrity chefs, and the launch of the North West Book Festival. This will include a new Edible Garden Festival with a special “Bees and Honey” section.

Traditional tents and displays will be combined with live music and entertainment, food and drink and an extensive summer shopping village.

This amazing flowers and food event will run from August 16 to 19 at Victoria Park, Southport. For more information visit Southport Flower Show 2012