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Highlights of RHS Sandringham 2026

Top things to see and do at the new RHS Sandringham Flower Show, 22-26 July 2026

Pond
Zoe Claymore
Long Borders

Award-winning gardens

  • The prestigious RHS Medals and Awards are handed out as the show opens. Take a tour of the gardens and see if you agree with the judges. The People’s Choice vote opens at 10am on the first day, so you can have your say

  • There are several judged categories across the show, each with their own set of criteria. Show gardens represent the pinnacle of garden design, while Creative Coastal Gardens aim to champion resilience and innovation in coastal gardening, celebrating the unique conditions of seaside environments

  • The Grow Forward Gardens apply the latest in horticultural design research and development; to empower visitors to understand how and why garden design can both mitigate against climate change and improve landscapes

  • If you are looking for inspiration for your beds at home, head for the Long Borders. Every design is packed with exciting plant combinations, and this year’s theme is problem solving

  • ​â¶Ä‹Feature Gardens showcase local history and culture, with plenty of design inspiration for you to take home to your own spaces

Flower school
Exhibit in the Floral Marquee
RHS Letters

Fabulous florals

  • Take a tour of the Floral Marquee and see which medals have been awarded to the incredible exhibits. The Master Grower takes pride of place among the many specialist growers offering their advice along with an array of beautiful plants

  • Show Installations explore horticultural themes and are dotted all around the showground. Find out more from the Show Guide or have a chat with one of the many show volunteers

  • Make a bee-line for the Flower School where fabulous floristry is created by highly skilled floral artists

  • Don’t forget to grab a selfie in front of the famous RHS Letters – and tag #RHSSandringham on social media to share your pics

Festival food
Great Tastes Market
Live music

Calling all foodies

  • It’s a food-lovers paradise at RHS Sandringham, with plenty of delicious street food from around the world to choose from. Check back on the Food and Drink pages which will be updated with more details, including sample menus, nearer the show

  • The Great Taste Market is a mecca for those who love to eat, with specialty cheeses, artisan bakes and homemade ingredients to take home

  • Grow your own is celebrated at the show with the amazing Fruit and Summer Vegetable competition. If your courgettes get nibbled and your salads all bolt, get expert tips from the dedicated growers awarded medals for their prize veg

  • Make the most of your special day out with a glass of something cool to enjoy while listening to the sound of the live music on the stage, in true summer festival style

Girls playing
Little girl
Family

Family fun

  • There’s something for every family member at the show, with plenty of space for little ones to run around. There’s lots to do all around the show, from trails and facepainting to woodland games and activities

  • See young people turn their hand to garden design with the Upcycled Containers, and junior visitors can enjoy the fun in the Fruit and Summer Vegetable Competition tent

Martin Fish
Arit Anderson
Carol Klein

Stars of horticulture

  • See celebrities, influencers and experts on the Main Stage, Flower School and Potting Shed​ as part of the jam-packed programme. Timetables will be available on the website nearer the show dates, so check back to see the line-up before you visit, and make sure you don’t miss your favourite gardening guru

  • In The Potting Shed Theatre, growers share their expertise and discuss horticultural topics. It’s also where you can find the RHS Advice hub with experts on hand to answer all your gardening questions

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