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With three judged garden categories, there’s garden design inspiration galore at RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival. The Show Gardens represent the best in horticultural excellence, while the Gardens of Curiosity allow designers to challenge their creativity with beautiful gardens that also provide plenty of take-home ideas.

With allotments, plant family borders by students at the London College of Garden Design, and exciting installations all around the show, there are lots of ideas and inspiration to be had. Remember to take a pen and paper and lots of photos.

From the heady scent of the Festival of Roses to the stunning displays in the Floral Marquee, RHS Hampton Court is a plant lovers heaven.

Last year’s visitors’ favourite, the Houseplant Market returns, celebrating the wonders of indoor gardening. Why not sign up to one of our daily expert-led workshops and learn how to create your very own take-home terrarium?

If you see a flower you absolutely must have in a garden at the Festival, check the plant lists, as you’ll almost certainly be able to buy it in the Floral Marquee, or around the Plant Village.

Floral displays bloom all around the showground, created by skilled floral artists – for selfie opportunities, or just to provide a gorgeous backdrop for your picnic.

Treat your garden to a summer make over with ideas from the top designers and growers in horticulture. Find out what plant combinations work for your conditions, discover how to recreate your favourite styles at home and learn how to look after your plants to keep your garden looking its best all year long.

In the Floral Marquee, you can take advantage of having the greatest horticultural minds at your disposal. Pick their brains and get insider knowledge.

See your favourite gardening stars on the stage sharing their experience and wisdom. Take part in demonstrations and learn how the experts do it in on the Talks Stages.

Meet the many horticultural charities, trades and associations that come to the Festival. From RHS Partner Gardens to visit in your area, to free advice on your landscaping projects, it’s a great opportunity to dive in and explore all aspects of gardening.

Above all else, RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival is a fun day out celebrating the summer, with a huge range of tradestands ready to provide all your shopping needs.

With plenty of food and drink options around the Festival, there’s something for every appetite, diet and palate. Choose street food from around the world or take the opportunity to treat yourself to a sophisticated Fortnum & Masons picnic hamper to be enjoyed by the cooling banks of the Long Water with stunning views of the Palace.

Soak up the atmosphere with the sounds from the bandstand playing live music throughout the Festival. Check the website or Show Guide for the full line-up of talks and workshops.

​There’s lots of family-friendly activities to keep younger visitors happy, enjoying nature and maybe even sparking a life-long love of gardening. Look out for the joyful School Bug Barrels too.