By The RHS Malvern Spring Show 2020 (also know as the Malvern Spring Festival) is back for another year and promises to bring colour and gardening inspiration to the Malvern Hills from 7-10 May 2020.
Expect talks from some of the biggest names in gardening, an exciting array of floral displays from Britain's leading growers and nurseries, and gorgeous gardens to inspire your outside space.
Designers are given free rein at Malvern to create a Show Garden that knows no limits, which makes for an exciting array of designs. More details of the gardens and exhibitors at the 2020 show will be announced in due course on the RHS website.
In the meantime, here is everything you need to know about the RHS Malvern Spring Show 2020.
The RHS Malvern Spring Show 2020 runs from Thursday 7th to Sunday 10th May 2020.
Opening times:
- Thursday 7th May 9am - 6pm
- Friday 8th May 9am - 6pm
- Saturday 9th May 9am - 6pm
- Sunday 10th May 9am - 6pm
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Tickets for the RHS Malvern Spring Festival 2020 are on sale now.
You can save 30 per cent by booking now. RHS members can pick up tickets from £15.75, while tickets for non-members start from £22.75. Under 16s can attend free of charge.
RHS Malvern is held at the Three Counties Showground in Worcester. The full address is Three Counties Showground, Malvern, Worcester,WR13 6NW.
Rail passengers should travel to Great Malvern station and then pick up the free shuttle bus to the showground.
If you're traveling there by car, the RHS says: 'The Three Counties Showground is located approximately eight miles from the M5 and M50 motorways and is easily accessible. Follow the brown road signs for The Three Counties Showground from all the main routes. Once in close proximity to the showground, follow the yellow AA signs. There is ample free parking at the show; you will be directed to an appropriate car park on arrival. All car parks are open from 8am.'
The Floral Marquee
The floral marquee features expert growers from all over the UK showcasing beautiful blooms. You can also meet the RHS' Master Grower, shop for plants and ask the experts horticultural questions.
Tradestands
From handpicked artisan crafts and gifts, to plants, sculpture and tools for your garden, there's plenty of opportunity to pick up a gift or two at Malvern's tradestands.
Food and drink
Sample delicious award-winning food from local producers at stalls around the market and in the Food For Thought Cafe, Vintage Tearoom and Linden Suite Restaurant.
The Malvern Show features indoor and outdoor elements, so the RHS recommends consulting the weather forecast before your visit and advises visitors to wear suitable clothing and footwear.
Last year's RHS Malvern show featured gardening ideas for small spaces, four gorgeous show gardens taking home gold medals, a specialist houseplant feature in the floral marquee and 65 leading nurseries showing off their finest blooms.
Find more RHS Malvern Spring Festival 2019 highlights, including the winning gardens and displays, on the RHS website.
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