Show information
The showground
Please note that this is an outdoor event on open parkland and is subject to varying weather and ground conditions. We therefore advise that you check the weather forecast for the day of your visit, consider the effects of any previous inclement weather on surface conditions, and wear suitable clothing and footwear.
Access information for disabled visitors
Accessibility
Please not that this is an open ground, temporary site with temporary facilities.
Parking
There are designated parking spaces available (approx. 150) at the Northgate entrance of Bute Park. These are available to anyone displaying a disabled badge.
Wheelchairs
Manual wheelchairs are available at the showground on a first-come, first-served basis. They are located in the park near the Northgate entrance to Bute Park.
There is no fee for using the wheelchairs, but any donations made to Event Mobility will be gratefully received.
Toilets
Temporary adapted WCs are available with other toilet facilities around the show site.
Carers
Attendants cannot be provided, but one companion is admitted free of charge per wheelchair user, visually impaired visitor or other person whose disability necessitates a carer.
Assistance dogs
Welcomed in all areas.
Access to buildings
All structures and facilities are accessible.
Access to gardens
All gardens can be viewed from ground level, but are not designed for public access. Where possible, exhibits are surrounded by trackway. Please note, however, that this is a busy showground.
For visually impaired visitors
At present there are no special facilities available.
For hearing impaired visitors
Induction loops are set up in the talks area.
For visitors with learning difficulties
At present there are no special facilities available.
For further enquiries, please contact:
RHS Shows Department
80 Vincent Square
London
SW1P 2PE
020 7834 4333
info@rhs.org.uk
Catering
A number of temporary catering units serve a selection of sandwiches, filled baguettes, hot snacks, tea and coffee and other soft drinks.
Plant Crèche
There will be a plant crèche service available on site where you may deposit your purchases.
Cloakroom
There will be cloakroom facilities available within the showground.
RHS Advisory Service
The RHS Advisory Service offers free gardening advice to all visitors to the show and can be found in Floral Marquee 2.
Music
There is a bandstand in the showground, located near the catering area, which will have a full musical programme throughout the show.
Entertainment
Throughout the show there will be a full programme of ‘street entertainment’.
Sell-off
The sell-off starts at 4pm on the final day of the show, and lasts until 4.30pm when all visitors must leave the showground. During this time, many of the exhibitors sell off display plants and products.
The sell-off period is often busy, so arrive early to avoid disappointment. Some exhibitors will reserve plants for you, so it is always worth asking, then remember to be at those stands before the sell-off starts.