Customer Promise
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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]
Plant Expert Tours
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/*! elementor - v3.19.0 - 07-02-2024 */ .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} 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 
BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Stage
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BBC Gardeners' World Magazine Stage Sponsored by Regents Seven Seas Cruises Gardening advice will be in abundance at the BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Stage, hosted by the editors of BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine.With daily talks from the editors, plus special guests each day, the stage offers practical tips, topical advice, and the ultimate growing guide to get the best out of your garden this autumn.Keep your eyes peeled for the full stage line up – to be announced! The BBC Gardeners' World Magazine Stage is sponsored by
Showcase Gardens
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Showcase Gardens Every year an exciting collection of gardens come to life in a celebration of how imagination and creativity can transform your outdoor space. It’s an unbeatable way to get ideas for your own garden. Showcase Gardens are judged to the highest standards of design, planting and inspiration.Discover 2023’s gardens below and keep your eyes peeled for 2024’s entries! 'An Edible Garden Through Time' by Lucy Chamberlain, Gemma Sturges & Kelly Fowler 'Rest to Follow Your Path: A Wellbeing Garden' by Downing College 'The Life-Force Garden' by Kim O'Brien 'St Andrew's Sensory Adventure' by St Andrew's School Child's Play by Val Christman With thanks to
Explore Beaulieu
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Visit Beaulieu's attractions and gardens A visit to Beaulieu is an award-winning day out with something for everyone. Tickets to the BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair gives full access to the stunning Beaulieu grounds and gardens, National Motor Museum with acclaimed ‘James Bond – No Time To Die Exhibition’, Palace House, Little Beaulieu adventure playground and more.Find out more about the Spring Fair > Grounds and GardensLose yourself in Beaulieu’s serene grounds and gardens, From the Mill Pond walk, the Victorian Flower and Kitchen Gardens to the Wilderness Garden and Alice’s Topiary Wonderland, their beautiful natural spaces have their own historical treasures waiting to be discovered.Beaulieu Abbey GroundsWalk in the footsteps of medieval monks who lived here over 800 years ago, as you explore the conserved ruins of this once vast medieval abbey.Little Beaulieu Little Beaulieu is the perfect place for children to let their imagination run wild. Brand new in 2020, this wooden replica of Palace House is the perfect place for kids to burn off some steam. Highlights include secret passageways, epic climbing walls and an exhilarating zip wire.Woodland Walk and The MillpondStep off the central pathway to enjoy views across the tidal Beaulieu River from this meandering route. You’ll pass ancient oak trees and thick reed beds, both home to a variety of New Forest bird life.  To explore everything that Beaulieu has to offer, please visit the Beaulieu website here.Please be aware that Beaulieu’s indoor spaces will be managed on a capacity basis with some areas operating one way-systems in accordance with their visitor safety promise. Beaulieu’s Covid-19 safety measures have been evaluated by Visit Britain and they are proud to hold the ‘We’re Good to Go’ industry standard.
Beautiful Borders
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Beautiful Borders The Beautiful Borders continue to be an annual visitor favourite at BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair as they display a variety of excellent designs, space savvy ideas, planting combinations and creative features that can be packed into a small garden. This year’s theme for the Beautiful Borders is DOWN YOUR WAY! At just a few square metres, creating a Beautiful Border is an achievable and fantastic way to showcase your skills to a large audience of keen gardeners, press and experts. Interested in bringing a Beautiful Border to the Fair? Find out more about applying here.
Beautiful Borders
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Beautiful Borders Small garden, or challenging space? No problem!  The theme for BBC Gardeners’ World Autumn Fair 2023 is ‘Share My Space’ – highlighting the power of gardening in creating a sense of community. Entries are open now! Discover 2023’s entries below: With thanks to garden product suppliers /*! elementor - v3.19.0 - 07-02-2024 */ .elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#0c0d0e;--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-block-end:0;flex-grow:1;border-block-start: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--element-align-start .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-start .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-start .elementor-divider__element{margin-inline-start:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-end .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-end .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-end .elementor-divider__element{margin-inline-end:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-block-start: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)} Discover the Showcase Gardens Meet this year's experts
Subscriber Club Lounge
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Subscriber Club Lounge BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Subscribers enjoyed the Subscriber Club LoungeVisitors to the Lounge can look forward to: Daily talks including the BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine editors with special guestsTalks from Lounge sponsor, Woodland TrustAdditional tea and coffee optionsAdditional seating areas *Access to the Subscriber Club Lounge is via voucher, automatically included with tickets for those booking BBC Gardeners’ World Subscriber tickets. *Please note that access is subject to capacity, with seating available on a first come first served basis. 
Garden design ideas in APL Avenue
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Garden design ideasIf you’re looking for inspiration for your garden, make a beeline for the Show Gardens in APL Avenue. All designed to typical back garden sizes,  you’ll be sure to go home with a multitude of great ideas that you can apply to your own space. Themed ‘A Very British Affair’, the 2021 designs were all infused with quintessentially British themes that have influenced the styles and planting ideas in each garden. From scenic British woodland, allotments and coastline to the drama of brutalist architecture and James Bond!Details for 2022 coming soon…
Plant Village
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Plant Village The outdoor Plant Village is a dedicated outdoor zone packed with more than 20 nurseries and growers to shop from.  You’ll be spoilt for choice with the range of beautiful plants on offer and are bound to leave with a handful of flowers and a head full of ideas. On Wednesday 14 June, the Floral Asessors judged the Plant Village Displays, awarding 1st place: Brookside 2nd place: P&K Davis 3rd place: TD Thursfield Previous Next What's on in the Floral Marquee Find out more about the exhibitors
Plant Expert Tours
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Plant Expert Tours These special half hour tours offer an informative viewing of the Audley End Organic Kitchen Gardens, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions – the perfect addition to any day at the Autumn Fair.Tours will take place with Lucy Chamberlain or Saul Walker, and Tamsin Westhorpe, joined by members of the English Heritage Gardens team.You can book a place when booking tickets, or you can add to an existing ticket now. 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 - v3.19.0 - 07-02-2024 */ .elementor-widget-video .elementor-widget-container{overflow:hidden;transform:translateZ(0)}.elementor-widget-video .elementor-wrapper{aspect-ratio:var(--video-aspect-ratio)}.elementor-widget-video .elementor-wrapper iframe,.elementor-widget-video .elementor-wrapper video{height:100%;width:100%;display:flex;border:none;background-color:#000}@supports not (aspect-ratio:1/1){.elementor-widget-video .elementor-wrapper{position:relative;overflow:hidden;height:0;padding-bottom:calc(100% / var(--video-aspect-ratio))}.elementor-widget-video .elementor-wrapper iframe,.elementor-widget-video .elementor-wrapper video{position:absolute;top:0;right:0;bottom:0;left:0}}.elementor-widget-video .elementor-open-inline .elementor-custom-embed-image-overlay{position:absolute;top:0;right:0;bottom:0;left:0;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%;aspect-ratio:var(--video-aspect-ratio);-o-object-fit:cover;object-fit:cover;-o-object-position:center center;object-position:center center}@supports not (aspect-ratio:1/1){.elementor-widget-video .elementor-custom-embed-image-overlay{position:relative;overflow:hidden;height:0;padding-bottom:calc(100% / var(--video-aspect-ratio))}.elementor-widget-video .elementor-custom-embed-image-overlay img{position:absolute;top:0;right:0;bottom:0;left:0}}.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

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