The Royal Horticultural Society’s (RHS) Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival returns from 4th-9th July 2022.
The relaxed festival (formerly known as the Hampton Court Flower Show) is the perfect way to spend a summer’s day. Discover new plants and flowers, receive great gardening advice, find inspiration or simply enjoy time spent in nature.
There are several new areas this year, such as a Food Zone and Sanctuary Area, as well as returning favourites.
RHS Hampton’s Festival Manager, Rebecca Welti, says: ‘As we begin to adapt to a normal way of life post-pandemic, this year’s festival aims to offer visitors the choice to experience the holistic power of gardens and the positivity it can bring across different aspects of our everyday lives. Whether you want to learn something new from an expert, be inspired to start a gardening project or enjoy spending quality time with friends and family, there is so much more to discover this year.’
RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival 2022 tickets
Public and members’ tickets are now on sale for RHS Hampton 2022.
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Please note, Monday and Tuesday are for members only. You can join the RHS today to access these Members’ Days, discounts and get £5 off your membership. There is also a Joint Ticket option which includes your visit to the show on a selected day and entry to the RHS Wisley Garden, which is valid until 31st July 2022.
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RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival 2022 dates
The opening and closing times are as follows:
• Monday-Friday, 10am – 6.30pm
• Friday: Flowers After Hours, 7.30pm – 10.30pm (entry from 4pm)
•Saturday, 10am – 5.30pm.
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What can we expect at this year’s RHS Hampton?
There are lots of gardens to see and even more inspiration to be had. Here’s what to expect at the world’s largest flower show this year:
Show Gardens
A show-garden highlights the must-see exhibits, brimming with great ideas to try at home. These expertly crafted garden and landscaping designs will transport you from contemporary layouts to cottage-style spaces. The Show Garden line-up is as follows:
• Connections designed by Ryan McMahon
• John King Brain Tumor Garden designed by Tony Woods and Rhi Williams
• Macmillan Legacy Garden: Gift The Future designed by Sean A. Pritchard
• Sunburst designed by Charlie Bloom and Simon Webster
• The Blue Diamond Beautiful Abandonment Garden designed by The Blue Diamond Group Team
• The Moments of Clarity Garden designed by Baz Grainger
• The SunLifestyle Outdoor Living Garden designed by Samuel Moore
Feature Gardens
This year’s two Feature Gardens allow you to take a journey through different landscapes and environments. See 2022 RHS Iconic Horticultural Hero Sarah Eberle’s immersive garden of sustainable landscapes, reflecting the health benefits of plants and our own cultural heritage. While visitors in need of some tranquility can witness the practice of forest bathing in Dave Green’s quiet retreat.
• RHS Forest Bathing Garden designed by Dave Green
• Sarah Eberle – Iconic Horticultural Hero designed by Sarah Eberle
Get Started Gardens
For anyone needing encouragement to begin their gardening journey, the Get Started Gardens aim to inspire people of all ages and abilities to get planting whatever their budget, space or lifestyle.
• #knollingwithdaisies designed by Sue Kent
• Lunch Break Garden designed by Inspired Earth Design
• The Wooden Spoon Garden designed by Toni Bowater and Lucy Welsh
• Turf Out designed by Hamzah-Adam Desai
‘Self-taught gardener Sue Kent recently retired as a massage therapist to concentrate on gardening projects and presenting on BBC Gardeners’ World. Born with an upper limb difference, Kent’s concept #knollingwithdaisies is a low maintenance garden using repurposed materials and native planting, specifically designed for people with limited physical dexterity and strength, or for those with busy lives who want to garden but don’t have lots of time.
What’s new?
New areas have been introduced at the Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival for 2022, with something for everyone, from foodie fans to families with budding young growers, and much more.
A special RHS Rose Tea Garden, designed by Pollyanna Wilkinson, will commemorate Her Majesty the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
‘Attached to the popular Festival of Roses, seven roses have been chosen to represent each decade of the monarch’s reign and will be installed within an enchantingly romantic space that will offer a themed afternoon tea to entice visitors with delicious treats,’ the RHS explain.
Elsewhere, the River Cottage Market Garden offers an immersive walk-through garden at the Food Zone, designed by their Head Gardener Adam Crofts, which focuses on growing organic vegetables, fruit trees, botanicals and wildflowers for pollinators.
This new area will showcase country crafts, including beekeeping and willow weaving, plus the pleasure of cooking and eating outdoors. ‘Founded by Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, River Cottage’s commitment to the ethical and sustainable production of food aligns with the RHS’s Planet-Friendly Gardening campaign to encourage everyone to make small steps that will make a global impact,’ the gardening charity explains.
Returning favorites
Festival favorites such as the Floral Marquee, supported by St. James’s Place, will greet you with a floral fiesta of blooms.
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And following the success of last year’s RHS Allotment, and as the interest in grow at home gardening continues to flourish, this practical arena supported by Miracle-Gro features more than 10 community allotments. Talks and advice will be given to show what can be achieved, even if you don’t have a big budget or any formal training.
Looking for tips or advice? Celebrities such as Monty Don, Kate Bradbury and renowned gardeners like Adam Frost will be sharing their gardening stories, while a panel of experts will be on hand to give guidance on any conundrums that visitors might be having in their own gardens.
There will also be a new design clinic run by The Society of Garden Designers, where visitors can book a one-to-one consultation to receive practical as well as creative help.
where is the RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival held?
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The RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival is held on the grounds of Hampton Court Palace in East Molesey, Surrey. The show has three public entrances/exit gates. The first, Thames Gate, is located along the Thames Path from Hampton Court Bridge and runs alongside the Palace. The second, Ditton Gate, is situated in the Palace grounds. And the third, Long Water Gate, can be found in the Black Car Park.
Address: Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey, Surrey, KT8 9AU.
Visit rhs.org.uk for more information on RHS Hampton.
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