ABOUT THE FAIR
The RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival ranks among Europe’s most prestigious horticultural events, captivating garden enthusiasts from around the world each year. Organized by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) – the UK’s leading gardening charity – since 1990, the show has become a global meeting point for gardeners, professionals, and exhibitors from horticulture, floristry, and landscape architecture. The RHS name stands for unparalleled gardening expertise and innovative garden design.
Every July, the historic grounds of Hampton Court Palace in Molesey, Surrey, transform into a breathtaking garden paradise. The palace’s majestic backdrop lends the festival a distinctive charm, blending horticultural artistry with centuries of royal heritage.
More than just a floral spectacle, the festival serves as a showcase for contemporary gardening trends, ecological solutions, and creative design ideas. Visitors explore visionary show gardens, sustainable biodiversity initiatives, and practical urban gardening innovations. Key themes include climate-resilient planting, new plant varieties, and smart technologies like automated irrigation systems. Highlights also feature self-sufficient fruit and herb gardens, serene wellness retreats, and art installations alongside demonstrations of historic gardening techniques – bridging tradition and modernity.
Exhibitors from horticulture, landscape design, and garden technology present their products and services, ranging from rare plants and cutting-edge tools to holistic garden concepts. The audience includes hobby gardeners, professional landscapers, and international trade visitors, all seeking inspiration and networking opportunities.
The event’s unique setting enhances its appeal: Hampton Court Palace is easily accessible from London and provides a captivating historical atmosphere. This harmonious blend of royal grandeur, world-class exhibitions, and a passionate gardening community makes the festival an unforgettable experience – informative, inspiring, and brimming with creative energy.
The RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival in Molesey took place from Tuesday, 01. July to Sunday, 06. July 2025.