Beautiful Borders Small garden, or challenging space? No problem!  The theme for BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair 2023 is ‘My Garden Escape’. Be it a quiet oasis or refuge, a place of mindfulness, an area shaped around it’s mental health benefits and sensory aspects, a place for friends and family to gather, to grow edibles for your table, to let your hair down in, or a firework display of exuberance and colour, we can’t wait to see what the Border designers create this year.If you are interested in applying to bring a Beautiful Border to the Fair, please email Lucy or fill out the application form here. /*! elementor - v3.11.1 - 15-02-2023 */ .elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=".svg"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block} /*! elementor - v3.11.1 - 15-02-2023 */ .elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:"";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width,100%);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)} With thanks to garden product suppliers /*! 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Plant Expert Tours These special half hour tours will give you an informative viewing of the Audley End Organic Kitchen Gardens, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions – the perfect addition to your day at the Autumn Fair.Tours take place with Lucy Chamberlain or Saul Walker, joined by members of the English Heritage Gardens team Tours cost £7.50 (Fair entry ticket also required), running at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm.You can book a place when booking tickets, or you can add to an existing ticket booking. Please click below: Book tickets and tours Add a tour to your booking Meet the Plant Experts Saul Walker Saul Walker fell in love with horticulture through his Grandparents passion for visiting historic houses and gardens, and after a brief spell as an Archaeologist, he went to train and work as a Gardener for the National Trust at Antony House in Cornwall. Lucy Chamberlain Lucy was raised at her parents’ market garden in Essex, before venturing to further her horticultural education at Writtle and Wye colleges. With an Honours Degree in plant sciences she then worked at the Royal Horticultural Society Garden (RHS) Wisley. FIND OUT MORE FIND OUT MORE In 2022, Lucy and Saul met up with Head Gardener Louise Ellis at Audley End House to discuss the historic and modern-day management of the Kitchen Garden. Watch below to get a sneak preview of the garden! /*! elementor - v3.11.1 - 15-02-2023 */ .elementor-widget-video .elementor-widget-container{overflow:hidden;transform:translateZ(0)}.elementor-widget-video .elementor-wrapper iframe,.elementor-widget-video .elementor-wrapper video{height:100%;width:100%;border:none;background-color:#000}.elementor-widget-video .elementor-open-inline .elementor-custom-embed-image-overlay{position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;background-size:cover;background-position:50%}.elementor-widget-video .elementor-custom-embed-image-overlay{cursor:pointer;text-align:center}.elementor-widget-video .elementor-custom-embed-image-overlay:hover .elementor-custom-embed-play i{opacity:1}.elementor-widget-video .elementor-custom-embed-image-overlay img{display:block;width:100%}.elementor-widget-video .e-hosted-video .elementor-video{-o-object-fit:cover;object-fit:cover}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-video,.e-con>.elementor-widget-video{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)} More to explore at the Autumn Fair... Beautiful Borders Autumn garden inspiration Workshops How to grow Oyster Mushrooms

Be part of the BBC Good Food MarketBringing the flavour of spring to the Show, the BBC Good Food Market offers a tasty mix of artisan food and drink producers. Handpicked for their regional and seasonal prowess, look out for treats that you simply won’t find on the high street, and special show offers too! A full list of tasty exhibitors will be released soon. Want to bring a stand? To find out more about bringing a stand to the Fair, please contact [email protected] or give us a call on 0207 150 5106.

Accessibility at the BBC Gardeners’ World Autumn Fair. To find out more about accessibility at Audley End House & Gardens, please click here. /*! elementor - v3.11.1 - 15-02-2023 */ .elementor-accordion{text-align:left}.elementor-accordion .elementor-accordion-item{border:1px solid #d4d4d4}.elementor-accordion .elementor-accordion-item+.elementor-accordion-item{border-top:none}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title{margin:0;padding:15px 20px;font-weight:700;line-height:1;cursor:pointer;outline:none}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon{display:inline-block;width:1.5em}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon svg{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon.elementor-accordion-icon-right{float:right;text-align:right}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon.elementor-accordion-icon-left{float:left;text-align:left}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon .elementor-accordion-icon-closed{display:block}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon .elementor-accordion-icon-opened,.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-accordion-icon-closed{display:none}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-accordion-icon-opened{display:block}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-content{display:none;padding:15px 20px;border-top:1px solid #d4d4d4}@media (max-width:767px){.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title{padding:12px 15px}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon{width:1.2em}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-content{padding:7px 15px}}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-accordion,.e-con>.elementor-widget-accordion{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)} Free carer tickets Any visitor who is registered disabled is able to purchase a concessionary ticket plus claim a free ticket for a carer to accompany them to the Fair.  Stage seats All our stages are drop in, so no booking is possible. Medical emergencies In the event of a medical emergency please notify a member of security or any member of the BBC Gardeners’ World Autumn Fair team who will be pleased to help you.  Assistance dogs Assistance dogs are welcome and can be used to access all areas of the site.  Wheelchair and scooter hire Event Mobility Charitable Incorporated Organisation will be providing electric scooters and manual wheelchairs for the use of disabled, elderly and mobility impaired visitors to the show.To reserve an electric scooter or manual wheelchair you can book online at www.eventmobility.org.uk/book-your-scooterThe charity asks for a donation of £30 for the use of an electric mobility scooter and £10 for a manual wheelchair.All accessible devices must be pre-booked prior to arrival with on-the-day loans being offered on a first come, first served basis.Event Mobility is also present at a number of other events. For further information please visit their website www.eventmobility.org.uk Access Wheelchair Access – Unable to access the first floor in the house without negotiating stairs. Level access to toilets and shop. Restaurants have ramped access to tearooms. Stairs – Ground floor is level. Several bridges either have a step or steep slope. Three steps to self-service café in the Servant’s Hall.Pathways Surface And Gradients – Access to house via loose gravel, tarmac, cobbles and smooth grass. Some gentle undulation. Gardens accessed via tarmac and gravel paths and very smooth grass.Find out more about accessibility at Audley End House & Garden here > Parking The car park will be open from 9am to 6pm.There are 80 parking spaces for Blue Badge parking, free of charge. These can be booked as you are booking your tickets, or can be added to your existing booking.Please clearly display your Blue Badge upon arrival. Visitors will be directed upon arrival to the Blue Badge parking on the hardstanding next to Audley End house. To add parking to your existing booking, CLICK HERE, log in with your email address and booking reference, click ‘add tickets to order,’ enter the code ‘carpark,’ and complete your booking. You will not be charged when making this booking. Medical Emergencies In the event of a medical emergency please notify a member of security or any member of the BBC Gardeners’ World Autumn Fair team who will be pleased to help you. 

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Aspects of Rock Awarded Best Small Space Designed by: Val Christmas This small space garden was inspired by Pulhamite, an artificial rock developed by the Pulhams, an eminent landscaping firm of the Victorian and Edwardian eras.In this small space garden, the rock features that were created in timely gardens such as Audley End were reflected. These rock features were created not only for aesthetic reasons but also to provide more natural environments to display plants collected from around the world by plant hunters.  With thanks to garden product suppliers

Capability Brown Tours Sir John Griffin has decided that Audley End should conform to the fashionable tastes of the time. He has hired the famous landscape architect Lancelot Brown to bring Audley’s gardens and parks into the 1760’s. Join Mr Brown as he surveys the grounds, shares his exciting plans with you, and expounds upon the landscape’s ‘capabilities.’ In this half an hour tour, the famous architect ‘Lancelot Brown’ will transport visitors back to the 1760s and brought Audley End’s gardens to life. Visitors can reserve a space on a tour on the day at no extra cost. Looking for garden inspiration? Find out what's on

Frequently Asked Questions /*! elementor - v3.11.1 - 15-02-2023 */ .elementor-toggle{text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{font-weight:700;line-height:1;margin:0;padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;cursor:pointer;outline:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon{display:inline-block;width:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon svg{-webkit-margin-start:-5px;margin-inline-start:-5px;width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-right{float:right;text-align:right}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-left{float:left;text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active{border-bottom:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;display:none}@media (max-width:767px){.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{padding:12px}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:12px 10px}}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-toggle,.e-con>.elementor-widget-toggle{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)} What are the opening times? 2 – 4 September 2022Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 10am – 5pmWhen booking you will need to select either a 10am or 12pm entry time slot. You can arrive at any time from the selected time. Parking The Car Park will be open from 9am to 6pm.Please have your show ticket, car parking pass or English Heritage membership card/sticker on your dashboard so that our car parking team can easily view and direct traffic to the correct locations.Car parking is £5, and includes motorbikes and cars. To add parking to your existing booking, CLICK HERE, log in with your email address and booking reference, click ‘add tickets to order,’ enter the code ‘carpark,’ and complete your booking.There is no charge for English Heritage Members to park. Please have your Membership card/Sticker clearly visible on your dashboard. Please follow the event signage upon the approach to Audley End House and Gardens. Please note that parking for the event will be in the event field and NOT in the usual Audley End car park. For Sat Nav please use postcode CB11 4UH What 3 Words: embellish.glee.waltzed Blue Badge Parking The Car Park will be open from 9am to 6pm.Please clearly display your Blue Badge and parking ticket on your dashboard.To add parking to your existing booking, CLICK HERE, log in with your email address and booking reference, click ‘add tickets to order,’ enter the code ‘carpark,’ and complete your booking. You will not be charged when making this booking. Blue Badge parking is limited, please book in advance. What measures do you have in place to ensure visitors observe social distancing? We will be using signage where appropriate to indicate best practice for social distancing. Dedicated safety officers will be present at the Fair at all times so they can make sure the latest guidelines are followed by all visitors. For more info on how we are keeping you safe at this year’s Autumn Fair, please click here. Keeping you safe We ask that all visitors attending BBC Gardeners’ World Autumn Fair adhere to our Covid Commitment to ensure everyone’s safety.Please view our Covid Commitment here. How much are tickets to the Fair? Ticket prices can be seen on the Ticket Information page. Children tickets Prices for children’s tickets can be found on the Ticket Information Page. I now can't come to the Fair, can I have a refund? We are sorry, but we are not able to refund tickets for people who can’t make it. Ticket Terms & Conditions can be found on the ticket booking page. What is an transaction fee and when does it apply? The Transaction Fee is charged per order, not related to the number of tickets purchased. Transaction fees are not applicable to orders of only additional ‘add-ons’, such as theatre sessions added to your booking at a later date.The Transaction Fee contributes to the cost of delivering the tickets, whether it is through the post, electronically or collecting at the venue. The Transaction Fee also contributes to other operational costs and overheads associated with ticket admin e.g. ticket stock administration and inventory control, ticket stock/stationery, collection facilities and postage and/or packaging costs. I am registered disabled, do you have disability rate tickets? Any visitor who is registered disabled is able to purchase a concessionary ticket plus claim a free ticket for a carer to accompany them to the Fair.  Which experts will be at the Fair? Meet the experts, here. Are there any age restrictions for attending the Show? Under 18s are admitted to the show accompanied by an adult. Under 5s tickets are free of charge and age 6 – 17 are at a discounted child rateIn accordance with the law, visitors aged under 18 are not permitted to purchase/sample alcoholic drink products or knives. It is the attending adult’s responsibility to ensure Under 18s are aware and comply with these laws for the duration of their visit to the show.  When will my tickets arrive? If you select an e-ticket you will immediately receive your tickets by email, which you can print straight away.You can access your tickets at any time online from See Tickets directly, using this link: https://bbcgardenersworldfairautumn.seetickets.com/customerservice You will need to log in with your booking reference number and one of the qualifying verifications. I have lost my tickets, what do I do? You can access your tickets at any time online from See Tickets directly, using this link: https://bbcgardenersworldfairautumn.seetickets.com/customerservice You will need to log in with your booking reference number and one of the qualifying verifications.  I'm an English Heritage Member, do I need to bring my EH membership card? Yes! EH members will be asked to present their EH Membership card on entry, along with their ticket. Your membership must be active.  Are dogs permitted at the Fair? Yes, dogs are permitted to the Autumn Fair but must be kept on a lead at all times. Please note, dogs are NOT permitted inside Audley End House. Will there be food and drink at the Fair? Yes, there will be lots of food and drink available at the Fair, plus tasty treats for you to buy and take home. For more information, take a look at the BBC Good Food Market page.  Can I bring food and drink? Yes you can bring your own food and drink to the Fair however there are many fantastic vendors we would love you to try instead!  Please note: glass bottles are not permitted on site.  Is there anywhere to store shopping bags? Yes, there will be a Plant Crèche and Shop ‘n’ Drop available at the Autumn Fair. For more information, please click the link here.  I would like to give feedback, where do I do this? Please email all feedback to  [email protected] I'm a member of the friends of Audley End, do I need to bring my membership card? Yes! Friends of Audley End, Cadw Members and Art Funds Members can receive discounted tickets in advance by entering your membership number and/or on the door. Please bring your valid membership card. 

Our Promise We will always listen to our customers and be honest, accessible, friendly and visible.  We will always be fair and act with integrity in order to make our shows as enjoyable and successful for you as well as for us.We welcome all feedback, good or bad and take all comments into consideration when planning our shows.  We strive to deliver excellent customer service to all our customers, whether visitors or exhibitors, but recognise that sometimes we might get it wrong.  If you do have a complaint or any feedback, please write to us at the address below.  We will endeavour to acknowledge your communication within 10 working days.Complaints and FeedbackPlease address all complaints and feedback to:BBC Gardeners’ World Spring FairRiver Street Events at Immediate Media Vineyard House 44 Brook GreenHammersmithLondon W6 7BTor email: [email protected] sure you get the chance to have your say!Please take time to complete our post show surveys that we send out after the show, or email us at [email protected]

Shop 'til you drop at the Fair! At BBC Gardeners’ World Autumn Fair, you’ll discover a host of great shopping.Explore specialist growers and nurseries to exhibitors of gardening kit, tools and accessories. Look out for the BBC Good Food Market for some tasty treats and street food, and take advantage of the Plant Creche to enjoy your day bag-free!

Spring garden inspiration will be in abundance as you join a Plant Expert Tour at the BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair.These special half hour tours will give you an exclusive viewing of the Beaulieu gardens, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions – the perfect addition to your day at the Spring Fair.Choose a tour of Beaulieu’s impressive Kitchen Garden with Lucy Chamberlain and Beaulieu head gardener Kelvin Yapp, or inspirational Victorian Flower Garden with Saul Walker and Beaulieu’s Dan Blaney.Victorian Flower Garden  Tours: daily 10am; 12pm; 3pm Kitchen Garden Tours: daily 11am; 2pm; 4pm Tours cost just £7.50 and places are strictly limited.  Please arrive at the tour meeting point 10 minutes before the start time. Spring Fair entry ticket also required.  BOOK NOW Plant Experts: Saul Walker and Lucy Chamberlain