Administrative offices & general enquiries

Get in touch with us – our friendly teams are happy to help with your feedback and enquiries.

General information

Address: The Royal Horticultural Society, 80 Vincent Square, London SW1P 2PE
Telephone: 020 3176 5800
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Ways to give feedback

Gardening Advice

If you are an RHS member and wish to ask a gardening question, please use our online service via MyRHS. If you have not registered for a MyRHS account, you'll need to create an account and link up your membership number and email address first.

Please note: RHS Science laboratories are operating at reduced capacity at the moment due to Covid-19 restrictions and are unable to process unsolicited plant samples. Please contact our telephone advice line or online service via MyRHS to send us photographs in the first instance and the Advisor will inform you if there is a need to send a sample and will provide details of how to do so.

Telephone: 01483 479700
Opening hours: Lines are open Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm. From 1 September, closed weekend and Bank Holidays. We are closed 21 December to 1 January inclusive.

Please note: Lines can be very busy so calls are limited to one per day per member.

For more information on Gardening Advice, including sending in samples, soil analysis and fruit identification, visit our RHS Gardening Advice page.

RHS Gardens

Looking for a garden to visit? There is so much to inspire and take delight in on a visit to the RHS Gardens – Wisley in Surrey, Rosemoor in Devon, Hyde Hall in Essex, Harlow Carr in North Yorkshire and Bridgewater in Greater Manchester.

RHS Garden Wisley

To learn more about RHS Garden Wisley, or if you have any concerns or queries you would like to discuss with the team about an upcoming or recent visit, please contact us.

Write: RHS Garden Wisley, Woking, Surrey GU23 6QB
Telephone (main switchboard): 01483 224234
Email: wisley@rhs.org.uk
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 6pm and Saturday and Sunday, 9am to 6pm (you no longer have to book tickets in advance to visit RHS Garden Wisley)

If you've booked a garden visit and cannot now attend, you can cancel your booking for a refund by emailing wisley@rhs.org.uk​, please include your booking reference in the email title.

Garden Centre

Our Wisley Garden Centre is filled with top-quality plants, gifts and homeware, plus great ideas for the home and garden.

For general enquiries and questions, please get in touch with the team.

Telephone (main switchboard): 01483 224234
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 9am to 6pm and Sunday, 11am to 5pm

If you are looking for a particular plant from our range, and we do not have it in stock when you visit, we will reserve it for you when it's available – please get in touch by email or telephone with your requests.

Telephone: 01483 211113
Email: wisleyplantcentre@rhs.org.uk

Accessibility

We have an ongoing programme of improving our accessibility information across the RHS. If you can’t find the information you need online regarding a visit to RHS Garden Wisley, please contact us on our dedicated email address.

Email: accessibility@rhs.org.uk

Wisley Library

For general library enquiries, including book reservations and renewals or for more information on visiting the library and accessibility into the building, please contact the Wisley Library team.
 
Telephone: 01483 212428
Email: library@rhs.org.uk
Opening hours: Monday–Friday, 10am to 4pm, including Bank Holidays and at weekends. An answerphone is available outside these hours

Venue hire at Wisley

Whether you are planning an exhibition or conference, a special party or beautiful wedding reception, our team can help you plan the perfect day with an event space that suits you.

Telephone: 01483 212349
Email: functions@rhs.org.uk

Allotments

Get growing with us! Learn the art of allotmenteering on your very own plot at RHS Garden Wisley. For more information about taking part and how to apply please get in touch with the team at the garden.
 
Email: adultlearning@rhs.org.uk

Courses & workshops

For more information about courses and workshops at RHS Garden Wisley, or if you have any queries, please get in touch with our Adult Learning team.
 
Write: Adult Learning, RHS Garden Wisley, Woking, Surrey GU23 6QB
Telephone: 01483 479748
Email: adultlearning@rhs.org.uk

RHS Garden Rosemoor

To learn more about RHS Garden Rosemoor, or if you have any concerns or queries you would like to discuss with the team about an upcoming or recent visit please contact us.

Write: RHS Garden Rosemoor, Great Torrington, Devon EX38 8PH
Telephone (main switchboard): 01805 624067
Email: rosemooradmin@rhs.org.uk
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm (you no longer have to book tickets in advance to visit RHS Garden Rosemoor)

If you've booked a garden visit and cannot now attend, you can cancel your booking for a refund by emailing rosemooradmin@rhs.org.uk, please include your booking reference in the email title.

Garden Centre

Our Rosemoor Garden Centre is filled with top-quality plants, gifts and homeware, plus great ideas for the home and garden.

For general enquiries and questions, please get in touch with the team.

Telephone: 01805 626824
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm and Sunday, 11am to 5pm

Accessibility

We have an ongoing programme of improving our accessibility information across the RHS. If you can’t find the information you need online regarding a visit to RHS Garden Rosemoor, please contact us on our dedicated email address.

Email: accessibility@rhs.org.uk

Rosemoor Reading Room

For general library enquiries, including book reservations and renewals or for more information on visiting the library and accessibility into the building, please contact the Rosemoor Library team

Telephone: 01805 626810
Email: library@rhs.org.uk
Opening hours: The Reading Room is currently closed. In normal operation, opening hours are variable, please ring the garden before you visit.

Venue hire at Rosemoor

Less than an hour from Exeter and the M5, the backdrop and ambience of the garden can provide a relaxing and memorable location for your special event.

Telephone: 01805 626810
Email: rosemooradmin@rhs.org.uk

Holidays at Rosemoor

Rosemoor House is the perfect location for a short break in Devon. For further information about our availability for the Rosemoor House Apartments, where you can enjoy the year-round delights of the garden, please get in touch with the team and book early to avoid disappointment.

Telephone: 01805 626810
Email: rosemooradmin@rhs.org.uk

Allotments

Get growing with us! Learn the art of allotmenteering on your very own plot at RHS Garden Rosemoor. For more information about taking part and how to apply please get in touch with the team at the garden.
 
Contact: Peter Adams
Write: Edibles Team Leader, RHS Garden Rosemoor, Great Torrington Devon EX38 8PH
Email: rosemoorcuratorial@rhs.org.uk

Courses & workshops

For more information about courses and workshops at RHS Garden Rosemoor, or if you have any queries, please get in touch with our Adult Learning team.
 
Write: Adult Learning, RHS Garden Rosemoor, Great Torrington, Devon EX38 8PH
Telephone: 01805 626810
Email: adultlearning@rhs.org.uk

RHS Garden Hyde Hall

To learn more about RHS Garden Hyde Hall, or if you have any concerns or queries you would like to discuss with the team about an upcoming or recent visit please contact us.

Write: RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Creephedge Lane, Rettendon, Chelmsford, Essex CM3 8RA (Sat Nav)
Telephone (main switchboard): 01245 400256
Telephone (visitor information, 9.30am to 4pm): 01245 402019
Email: hydehall@rhs.org.uk
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 10am to 6pm (you no longer have to book tickets in advance to visit RHS Garden Hyde Hall)

If you've booked a garden visit and cannot now attend, you can cancel your booking for a refund by emailing hydehall@rhs.org.uk, please include your booking reference in the email title.

Garden Centre

Our Hyde Hall Garden Centre is filled with top-quality plants, gifts and homeware, plus great ideas for the home and garden.

For general enquiries and questions, please get in touch with the team.

Telephone: 01245 402113
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 10am to 6pm and Sunday, 11am to 5pm

Accessibility

We have an ongoing programme of improving our accessibility information across the RHS. If you can’t find the information you need online regarding a visit to RHS Garden Hyde Hall, please contact us on our dedicated email address.

Email: accessibility@rhs.org.uk

Hyde Hall Reading Room

For general library enquiries, including book reservations and renewals or for more information on visiting the library and accessibility into the building, please contact the Hyde Hall Library team.

Telephone: 01245 400256
Email: library@rhs.org.uk
Opening hours: The Reading Room is currently closed. In normal operation, opening hours are variable, please ring the garden before you visit

Venue hire at Hyde Hall

Whether you're looking to host a large professional gathering or a more intimate personal event, our team can help you to plan the perfect day.

Telephone: 01245 402114
Email: hydehallevents@rhs.org.uk

Courses & workshops

For more information about courses and workshops at RHS Garden Hyde Hall, or if you have any queries, please get in touch with our Adult Learning team.
 
Write: Adult Learning, RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Creephedge Lane, Rettendon, Chelmsford,
Essex CM3 8ET
Telephone: 01245 400256 or 020 3176 5830 (local rate)
Email: adultlearning@rhs.org.uk

RHS Garden Harlow Carr

To learn more about RHS Garden Harlow Carr, or if you have any concerns or queries you would like to discuss with the team about an upcoming or recent visit please contact us.

Write: RHS Garden Harlow Carr, Crag Lane, Beckwithshaw, Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG3 1QB
Telephone (main switchboard): 01423 565418
Email: harlowcarr@rhs.org.uk
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 9.30am to 6pm (you no longer have to book tickets in advance to visit RHS Garden Harlow Carr)

If you've booked a garden visit and cannot now attend, you can cancel your booking for a refund by emailing harlowcarrbookings@rhs.org.uk, please include your booking reference in the email title.

Garden Centre

Our Harlow Carr Garden Centre is filled with top-quality plants, gifts and homeware, plus great ideas for the home and garden.

For general enquiries and questions, please get in touch with the team.

Telephone: 01423 724666
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 10am to 6pm and Sunday, 11am to 5pm

Accessibility

We have an ongoing programme of improving our accessibility information across the RHS. If you can’t find the information you need online regarding a visit to RHS Garden Harlow Carr, please contact us on our dedicated email address.

Email: accessibility@rhs.org.uk

Harlow Carr Library

For general library enquiries, including book reservations and renewals or for more information on visiting the library and accessibility into the building, please contact the Harlow Carr Library team.

Telephone: 01423 724686
Email: library@rhs.org.uk
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 11am to 4pm, including Bank Holidays and at weekend. An answerphone is available outside these hours

Venue hire at Harlow Carr

The incredible setting and backdrop of the garden is just the starting point to creating a memorable event. With our carefully selected partners, you can build a unique package tailored to your requirements.

Telephone: 01423 724665
Email: harlowcarrevents@rhs.org.uk

Courses & workshops

For more information about courses and workshops at RHS Garden Harlow Carr, or if you have any queries, please get in touch with our Adult Learning team.
 
Write: Adult Learning, RHS Garden Harlow Carr, Crag Lane, Beckwithshaw, Harrogate HG3 1QB
Telephone: 01423 565418 or 020 3176 5830 (local rate)
Email: adultlearning@rhs.org.uk

Friends of Harlow Carr

Since the Friends of Harlow Carr was founded, it has aimed to provide a focus of interest for RHS members and volunteers who would like more involvement with the garden.

For more information, or if you would like to join please get in touch with the team.

Email: enquiries@fohc.info

RHS Garden Bridgewater

To learn more about RHS Garden Bridgewater, or if you have any queries you would like to discuss with the team please contact us.

Write: RHS Garden Bridgewater, Occupation Road, Off Leigh Road, Worsley, Salford, Greater Manchester M28 2LJ
Telephone (main switchboard): 0161 503 6100
Email: bridgewater@rhs.org.uk
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 10am to 6pm (pre-booked time slots only)

If you can’t make your pre-booked time slot, please try to cancel it so that someone else can enjoy a visit. To cancel your booking, please email bridgewater@rhs.org.uk and include your booking reference.

Garden Centre

Our Bridgewater Garden Centre is filled with top-quality plants, gifts and homeware, plus great ideas for the home and garden.

For general enquiries and questions, please get in touch with the team.

Telephone: 0161 503 6100
Email: bridgewater@rhs.org.uk
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 9.30am to 6.30pm and Sunday 11am to 5pm (no need to pre-book)

Accessibility

We have an ongoing programme of improving our accessibility information across the RHS. If you can’t find the information you need online regarding a visit to RHS Garden Bridgewater, please contact us on our dedicated email address.

Email: accessibility@rhs.org.uk

Courses & workshops

For more information about courses and workshops at RHS Garden Bridgewater, or if you have any queries, please get in touch with our Adult Learning team.

Write: Adult Learning, RHS Garden Bridgewater, Occupation Road, Off Leigh Road, Worsley, Salford, Greater Manchester M28 2LJ
Email: adultlearning@rhs.org.uk
Opening times: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

RHS Partner Gardens

In addition to the RHS Gardens, there are more than 200 independent gardens (Partner Gardens) across the UK and overseas who generously support the charitable work of the RHS by offering our members free entry at selected times of the year. Please check with each garden directly for the most up to date information and to ensure they are open to RHS members.

RHS Libraries

Get in touch with our Libraries’ teams across the RHS. An enquiry service is available if you’d like to contact us. Please contact us by email or use our Ask RHS Libraries service.

Email: library@rhs.org.uk

For more information about our libraries, collections and services please see our RHS Libraries pages.

RHS Lindley Library

Contact the library team at the Lindley Library by email for library enquiries, including book reservations and renewals.

Address: RHS Lindley Library, 80 Vincent Square, London SW1P 2PE
Telephone: 020 7821 3050
Email: library@rhs.org.uk
Opening hours: The Lindley Library is temporarily closed to visitors. We are still open for advanced research appointments on two days each week. For more information and to make an appointment, please see our research page.

A librarian is not currently on site every day, so please email us your enquiry at library@rhs.org.uk if you are unable to reach the library team by phone.

Wisley Library

Contact the library team at the Wisley Library by email for library enquiries, including book reservations and renewals.

Address: Wisley Library, RHS Garden Wisley, Woking, Surrey GU23 6QB
Telephone: 01483 212428
Email: library@rhs.org.uk
Opening hours: Monday–Friday, 10am to 4pm, including Bank Holidays and at weekends. An answerphone is available outside these hours.

Harlow Carr Library

Contact the library team at the Harlow Carr Library by email with library enquiries, including book reservations and renewals.

Address: Harlow Carr Library, RHS Garden Harlow Carr, Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG3 1QB
Telephone: 01423 724686
Email: library@rhs.org.uk
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 11am to 4pm, including Bank Holidays and at weekend. An answerphone is available outside these hours.

Hyde Hall Reading Room

Contact the library team with library enquiries by email at library@rhs.org.uk.

Address: Reading Room, RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Creephedge Lane, Rettendon, Chelmsford, Essex CM3 8ET
Telephone: 01245 400256
Email: library@rhs.org.uk
Opening hours: The Reading Room is currently closed. In normal operation, opening hours are variable, please ring the garden before you visit.

Rosemoor Reading Room

Contact the library team with library enquiries by email at library@rhs.org.uk.

Address: Reading Room, RHS Garden Rosemoor, Great Torrington, Devon EX38 8PH
Telephone: 01805 626810
Email: library@rhs.org.uk
Opening hours: The Reading Room is currently closed. In normal operation, opening hours are variable, please ring the garden before you visit.

Venue hire

Whether you are planning an exhibition or conference, a special party or a beautiful wedding reception, our teams can help you plan the perfect day with an event space that suits you.

Royal Horticultural Halls

To learn more about the Royal Horticultural Halls or to make a booking enquiry, please get in touch with our team.

Telephone: 020 7821 3650
Email: horthalls@rhs.org.uk
Address: 80 Vincent Square, London SW1P 2PE

RHS Garden Wisley

Learn more about venue hire at Wisley – whether you're looking to host a large professional gathering or a more intimate personal event, our team can help you to make your special occassion a truly unforgettable event.

Telephone: 01483 212349
Email: functions@rhs.org.uk

If you are interested in using a part of the gardens for a photo or video shoot, please get in touch with our events team using the contact details above.

RHS Garden Harlow Carr

Learn more about venue hire at Harlow Carr – the incredible setting and backdrop of the garden is just the starting point to creating a memorable event. With our carefully selected partners, you can build a unique package tailored to your requirements.

Telephone: 01423 724665
Email: harlowcarrevents@rhs.org.uk

If you are interested in catering as part of your event, indulge in the world-renowned Bettys Café Tea Rooms, you'll be spoilt for choice on luxury catering options. Please get in touch with our events team using the contact details above.

We also host a programme of regular exhibitions in the Bath House at Harlow Carr. Potential exhibitors can get more information about the exhibitions and how to apply for a stand by emailing Just Makers on the email address below.

Email: d.debrunner@talk21.com

Please note: the exhibitions are run by Just Makers and are not the responsibility of the RHS.

RHS Garden Rosemoor

Learn more about venue hire at Rosemoor – less than an hour from Exeter and the M5, the backdrop and ambience of the garden can provide a relaxing and memorable location for your special event.

Telephone: 01805 626810
Email: rosemooradmin@rhs.org.uk

If you are interested in catering as part of your event, let our award-winning Kitchen Garden Restaurant team provide you with all your catering needs. Please get in touch with our events team using the contact details above.

RHS Garden Hyde Hall

Learn more about venue hire at Hyde Hall – whether you're looking to host a large professional gathering or a more intimate personal event, our team can help you to plan the perfect day.

Telephone: 01245 402114
Email: hydehallevents@rhs.org.uk

If you are interested in catering as part of your event, let our award-winning catering team plan the perfect menu for your event. Please get in touch with our events team using the contact details above.

RHS Flower Shows & Events

Fabulous flower shows have been at the heart of the RHS since our first, in 1833. Today, they are enjoyed by millions in the UK and around the world. Our RHS Shows, as well as a host of smaller specialist events, bring together international talent to create sensational gardens and exhibits, showcasing and stimulating debate about the latest trends in horticulture.

For general enquiries about RHS Flower Shows and events including hospitality, tickets and getting to the show, please contact the Shows Customer Care team.

Telephone: 0344 338 7501
Email: showscustomercare@rhs.org.uk
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Preview Evenings

Our special Preview Evenings at Chelsea at Hampton Court Palace give visitors the chance to see these prestigious shows before they open to the public. With an evening of fine foods, live entertainment and a chance to soak up every detail at your own pace – these are luxurious events not to be missed.

For information on the Hampton Court Palace Exclusive Preview Evening or Chelsea Flower Show Charity Gala Preview, please contact our RHS Special Events team.

Telephone: 0203 176 5850
Email: previewtickets@rhs.org.uk

Exhibit at a Show

Be part of our shows – discover how to exhibit and get involved with our fabulous shows, whether you're a garden designer, grower or retailer.

To discuss opportunities at any of the RHS Shows or for techinical queries with completing a form, please contact the Exhibitor team.

Email: exhibitorapplication@rhs.org.uk

Garden Flower Shows

If you are interested in exhibiting at one of the four RHS Garden Flower Shows, or have any questions about exhibiting at a garden flower show, please get in touch with the specific garden Events teams.

Wisley Flower Show

Telephone: 01483 226508
Email: wisleyevents@rhs.org.uk

Rosemoor Flower Show

Telephone: 01805 626800
Email: rosemoorevents@rhs.org.uk

Hyde Hall Flower Show

Telephone: 01245 402013
Email: hydehallevents@rhs.org.uk

Harlow Carr Flower Show

Telephone: 01423 724 647
Email: harlowcarrevents@rhs.org.uk

Accessibility

We have an ongoing programme of improving our accessibility information across the RHS. If you can’t find the information you need online regarding an RHS Flower Show (Malvern, Chelsea, Hampton, Tatton), please contact us on our dedicated email address.

Email: accessibility@rhs.org.uk

Horticultural Competitions

The Horticultural Competitions run by the RHS are open to all (you don’t have to be an RHS member) and free to enter. They cover a wide range of ornamental plants as well as fruit and vegetables and a variety of prestigious trophies and prize money are awarded to winning entries.

If you have any queries please contact the Horticultural Competitions Manager.

Contact: Georgina Barter
Telephone: 020 7821 3142
Email: georginabarter@rhs.org.uk

Sponsorship

With our extensive and active member database and a range of inspirational assets at shows and gardens, we can help you grow your business in partnership with the RHS. The RHS Corporate Sponsorship team can help create bespoke engagement plans, built around your organisation’s strategy and budgets.

For general enquiries and more information on sponsorship/partnership opportunities for RHS Shows, Gardens and Podcasts, please get in touch with the team.

Telephone: 0207 821 3086/3164
Email: sponsorship@rhs.org.uk

Fundraising & supporting the RHS

As a charity, we rely on your support to fund our work. You help us to train the next generation of horticulturists, inspire a passion for plants in school children, find solutions to environmental problems and transform our communities, preserve and share our collections of national importance, and maintain our beautiful Gardens. Now, more than ever we need your support.

If you would like to find out more about our charitable work and support RHS fundraising appeals, make a donation, remember a loved one, or leave a legacy – contact our Major Gifts teams.

Write: RHS Development Office, 80 Vincent Square, London SW1P 2PE
Telephone: 020 7821 3125
Email: developmentoffice@rhs.org.uk

Please note: as the RHS is a charity, we are unable to help with requests to supply raffle prizes.

Become an RHS Fellow

The RHS Fellows are a group of dedicated supporters who kindly contribute towards the future of horticulture. Joining the RHS as a Fellow is a wonderful way to explore your passion for gardens and gardening. It also makes a marvellous gift for the creative amateur or expert horticulturist in your life.

To find out more, or to become a Fellow, please contact the Fellows Manager.

Telephone: 020 7821 3134
Email: fellows@rhs.org.uk

Trusts and partnerships

Charitable trusts and foundations provide essential funds that enable the RHS to undertake important capital projects and campaigns. If you are involved with a trust or foundation and think the RHS may have a project your organisation would be interested in supporting, please get in touch.

Telephone: 020 7821 3693
Email: trusts@rhs.org.uk

Education & Learning

Learn and develop with part-time, flexible workshops and qualifications on a range of subjects or train on the job with our work-based opportunities.
 
If you're looking to change careers or just starting out, the world of horticulture has dozens of roles – explore the diverse range in our special careers section.

RHS Qualifications

We’re here to help cultivate your passion for horticulture. If you have any questions relating to qualifications please get in touch with the RHS Qualifications team.

Our Qualifications team are working remotely due to the pandemic, please email your enquiry.

Email: qualifications@rhs.org.uk

Master of Horticulture

The Master of Horticulture (MHort) Award is designed for those who wish to grow their career in a flexible way. If you have any queries regarding your eligibility for the programme, would like to be notified when applications are open, or if you’d like further information, please contact the MHort team.
 
Email: mhort@rhs.org.uk

Work-based training

Spend your days working with, and learning from, horticultural experts. We have a variety of opportunities specially designed to grow your skills. Got a question? Or want to find out more about training and careers in RHS Gardens, please get in touch with our dedicated team.
 
Email: schoolofhorticulture@rhs.org.uk
 
Seeking a short-term placement? We also offer voluntary internships to students of horticulture, with existing practical experience.

Plant Health Summer Studentships

Work alongside our team of plant health specialists as you undertake your own 6–10 week research project tailored to your interests. You must be an undergraduate student in your second year of study to apply for a studentship.
 
For more information on placement opportunities and applications, please get in touch with Dr Jassy Drakulic.
 
Email: jassydrakulic@rhs.org.uk

Campaign for School Gardening

The RHS Campaign for School Gardening (CFSG) supports schools and groups – inspiring young people through the power of plants, offering free resources, projects and guidance to get them growing.
 
For all general enquiries or to learn more about CFSG and how your school or group can get involved, please get in touch with the School Gardening team.
 
Email: schoolgardening@rhs.org.uk
 
For questions and information on teacher training courses designed to help you create unique and memorable learning experiences, please contact the team.
 
Email: cpd@rhs.org.uk

School visits

School visits to RHS Gardens give children opportunities to get involved in practical horticulture, art and science, and bring the curriculum to life in an inspiring garden setting. Education Officers, based at each site, are experienced in leading school groups.
 
To find out more information about School Visits to our RHS Gardens or if you have any queries or questions about how to book your visit, please get in touch with our individual Education & Learning teams.

Wisley

Write: Education and Learning, RHS Garden Wisley, Woking, Surrey GU23 6QB
Telephone: 01483 212432
Email: schoolswisley@rhs.org.uk
Opening times: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Rosemoor

Write: Education and Learning, RHS Garden Rosemoor, Torrington, Devon EX38 8PH
Telephone: 01805 626819
Email: schoolsrosemoor@rhs.org.uk
Opening times: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Hyde Hall

Write: Education and Learning, RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Creephedge Lane, Rettendon, Chelmsford, Essex CM3 8ET
Telephone: 01245 402033
Email: schoolshydehall@rhs.org.uk
Opening times: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Harlow Carr

Write: Education and Learning, RHS Garden Harlow Carr, Crag Lane, Harrogate HG3 1QB
Telephone: 01423 724646
Email: schoolsharlowcarr@rhs.org.uk
Opening times: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Bridgewater

Write: Education and Learning, RHS Garden Bridgewater, Leigh Road, Worsley M28 2LJ
Email: schoolsbridgewater@rhs.org.uk
Opening times: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Courses & workshops

RHS Gardens offer a wide range of events, courses and workshops to enhance your experience and knowledge of plants and gardens, from pruning and propagation to art, photography and garden design.
 
To find out more about courses and workshops at our RHS Gardens, or if you have any queries, please get in touch with our Adult Learning team.

Wisley

Write: Adult Learning, RHS Garden Wisley, Woking, Surrey GU23 6QB
Telephone: 01483 479 748
Email: adultlearning@rhs.org.uk
Opening times: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Rosemoor

Write: Adult Learning, RHS Garden Rosemoor, Great Torrington, Devon EX38 8PH
Telephone: 01805 626810
Email: adultlearning@rhs.org.uk
Opening times: Everyday, 9am to 5pm, except Christmas Day

Hyde Hall

Write: Adult Learning, RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Creephedge Lane, Rettendon, Chelmsford,
Essex CM3 8ET
Telephone: 01245 400256 or 020 3176 5830 (local rate)
Email: adultlearning@rhs.org.uk
Opening times: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Harlow Carr

Write: Adult Learning, RHS Garden Harlow Carr, Crag Lane, Beckwithshaw, Harrogate HG3 1QB
Telephone: 01423 565418 or 020 3176 5830 (local rate)
Email: adultlearning@rhs.org.uk
Opening times: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Bridgewater

Write: Adult Learning, RHS Garden Bridgewater, Occupation Road, Off Leigh Road, Worsley, Salford, Greater Manchester M28 2LJ
Email: adultlearning@rhs.org.uk
Opening times: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Allotments

Get growing with us! Learn the art of allotmenteering on your very own plot at either RHS Garden Wisley or RHS Garden Rosemoor.
 
For more information and to apply, please get in touch with the teams at the individual gardens.

Wisley

Email: adultlearning@rhs.org.uk

Rosemoor

Contact: Peter Adams
Write: Peter Adams, RHS Garden Rosemoor, Great Torrington Devon EX38 8PH
Email: rosemoorcuratorial@rhs.org.uk

Bursaries

RHS bursary funds help those with a keen interest in horticulture take part in experiences to improve their knowledge. Due to the Covid-19 situation, the RHS Bursaries scheme is currently suspended. We hope to reopen the scheme for applications later in 2021. Please revisit the website for further up-dates.
 
For general enquiries and further information on RHS Bursaries or to support these funds, please get in touch with the team:
 
Write: The RHS Bursaries Manager, RHS Garden Wisley, Woking, Surrey GU23 6QB
Telephone: 01483 479719
Email: bursaries@rhs.org.uk or chrismoncrieff@rhs.org.uk

RHS and GCA Interchange Fellowship

Founded in 1948, the Interchange Fellowship is an international exchange programme sponsored jointly by the RHS in the UK, and The Garden Club of America (GCA) in the USA, in association with Longwood Gardens, Pennsylvania.
 
If you have a question or have any queries about submitting an application, please get in touch with the team.
 
Email: interchangefellowship@rhs.org.uk

Become an approved centre

As an accredited awarding body the teaching, assessment and examination of RHS Qualifications can only be carried out by an approved centre.
 
To apply or to find out more information about becoming an Approved Centre or Distance Learning Provider, please contact the RHS Qualifications team who will respond to discuss the process.
 
Write: RHS Qualifications, RHS Garden Wisley, Woking, Surrey GU23 6QB
Telephone: 01483 226500
Email: businessdevelopment@rhs.org.uk

Communities, Gardening Clubs & Plant Societies

From sprucing up your community, sharing your passion for plants or taking action for wildlife, there are lots of ways to grow in your community with the RHS.

For general enquiries about Britain in Bloom, GGB, It’s Your Neighbourhood, Community Gardening groups and clubs, horticultural societies, RHS community campaigns and our wider work please get in touch.

Email: communities@rhs.org.uk

Affiliated Societies

Join Britain's largest network of gardening clubs and horticultural societies. All gardening clubs and horticultural societies are eligible to join the RHS Affiliated Societies scheme, which currently supports nearly 3,000 groups.

Write: Affiliated Societies, RHS Garden Wisley, Woking, Surrey GU23 6QB
Email: affiliated@rhs.org.uk

National Gardening Week

National Gardening Week is the nation’s biggest celebration of gardening and raises awareness of the difference that gardens and gardening can make to the lives of everyone in the UK. If you have any questions or queries about promoting your event, please get in touch.

Email: nationalgardeningweek@rhs.org.uk

Wild About Gardens

To learn more about Wild About Gardens, a joint initiative between the RHS and The Wildlife Trusts to get more people growing for wildlife, please get in touch.

Email: wildaboutgardens@rhs.org.uk

Plant Societies

The RHS currently works with more than 40 plant societies, giving everybody the opportunity to take part in plant shows, special events and workshops. If you represent a plant society and would like to join the RHS plant society list please contact us.

Email: vanessapenn@rhs.org.uk

Online Shopping

From exclusive RHS products, wonderful gifts for loved ones and dazzling plants, online shopping has never been so easy. What's more, every purchase supports our work as a charity.

RHS Plants

If you're having difficulty ordering on RHS Plants or you want to check the progress of your order, please contact us by email or by phone. If your enquiry is about an existing order, please ensure you mention the order number on the top right-hand-side of the confirmation you've been sent together with your postcode.

Telephone: 01344 578822
Email: customerservices@rhsplants.co.uk
Opening hours: Lines open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

RHS Shop

For information on RHS Shop orders, returns or general enquiries please contact out friendly team who will be happy to help.

Write: Mail Order Department, RHS Enterprises Ltd, RHS Garden Wisley, Woking, Surrey GU23 6QB
Telephone: 01483 211320 (if you're calling from overseas, please dial +44 1483 211320)
Email: mailorder@rhs.org.uk
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm (an answerphone service is available outside of these hours)

Please note: do not send orders by email as payment details are not secure.

RHS Prints

For all enquiries regarding orders for RHS Prints orders, please contact King McGaw who fufill this Print on Demand service.

Telephone: 01273 021685 (if you're calling from overseas, please dial +44 1273 021685)
Email: service@kingandmcgaw.com
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 5pm, closed Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays

Please quote www.rhsprints.co.uk in your correspondence.

RHS Licensed Products

If you are a company that is interested in becoming an RHS Licensing Partner, please email the Licensing team, who will be happy to tell you more about our successful programme.

Email: licencing@rhs.org.uk

Publications & Advertising

We produce an exciting range of magazines, books, podcasts and guides to inspire and offer practical help to anyone who wants to get growing. So whether you prefer to read, browse or listen, we've got it covered.

RHS magazines

Exclusively for members, The Garden magazine is the highest circulation gardening magazine in the UK. Its sister publications, The Plant Review (formerly The Plantsman) and The Orchid Review, are essential in-depth reading for plant enthusiasts.

The Garden

For general enquiries and more information about the The Garden please get in touch.

Email: thegarden@rhs.org.uk

The Plant Review

For general enquiries, keeping your email contact details up-to-date and more information about The Plant Review please get in touch. You can also subscribe, or renew your subscription online.

Telephone: 020 3176 5810 (if you're calling from overseas, please dial +44 20 3176 5810)
Email: membership@rhs.org.uk
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm (UK time), excluding Bank Holidays

The Orchid Review

For general enquiries, keeping your email contact details up-to-date and more information about The Orchid Review please get in touch. You can also subscribe, or renew your subscription online.

Telephone: 020 3176 5810 (if you're calling from overseas, please dial +44 20 3176 5810)
Email: membership@rhs.org.uk
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm (UK time), excluding Bank Holidays

RHS Podcast

Our podcasts are here to help you get the very best out of your garden. Each week we talk to RHS experts, garden designers, scientists, growers and many others to get Britain growing.

For more information and enquiries on RHS Podcasts please contact the team by email.

Email: podcast@rhs.org.uk

Books: RHS Plant Finder

The RHS Plant Finder is an A–Z directory of 81,000 plant names and includes details of where each plant can be purchased. For information on the RHS Plant Finder book, online Find a Plant or if you represent a nursery and wish to have its details entered into the the book or included in the online version, please contact us.

Email: plantfinder@rhs.org.uk

Advertising

The RHS reaches, influences and inspires millions of gardening enthusiasts through its magazines, catalogues and website, and is pleased to offer unrivalled advertising opportunities through its online and printed media.

Advertising with The Garden magazine and the RHS website

For general enquiries about advertising with The Garden magazine or on the RHS website, please get in touch with our Advertising team.

Contact: Richard Stillman
Telephone: 0207 821 3072 or 07889 078339
Email: richardstillman@rhs.org.uk

Advertising in RHS Specialist Publications (including Show Guides), Members’ Handbook and Special offer packages

For general enquiries, special offer packages and companies looking to advertise in RHS Specialist publications (including Show Guides) and Members’ Handbook, please get in touch with our Advertising team.

Contact: Louise Bowering
Telephone: 01733 294679
Email: louisebowering@rhs.org.uk

Press Office

The RHS Press Team is responsible for sharing the news about the work the RHS does to help make the world a greener place. If you're a member of the media, we can put you in touch with horticultural experts or help you gain press accreditation to report from a garden or flower show.

If you would like to receive press releases and information about the RHS and its activities or to request a Media Pass please contact the Press Office stating your name, address and the publication you work for.

Telephone: 0207 821 3040
Telephone (non-media enquiries): 020 3176 5800
Email: pressoffice@rhs.org.uk

For other press enquiries relating to RHS Flower Shows, Gardens, Retail, Outreach or more, please get in touch with the relevant member of the Press Team.

RHS website

The RHS website is the main source of information for people looking for gardening advice, plant profiles, information on visiting RHS Gardens and Flower Shows, as well as garden inspiration.

For comments and enquiries regarding the RHS website please use our email to get in touch.

Email: webmaster@rhs.org.uk

RHS Photographic Competition

The RHS Photographic Competition inspires young and old alike to get outdoors and record how enriching and inspiring gardens and plants can be.

To learn more about the RHS Photographic Competition, or for problems when submitting photos (please double check that the file size of the images is below 4MB) please contact us by email.

Email: photocomp@rhs.org.uk

Portfolio entries (Category 10) should be sent via file transfer, such as WeTransfer, to:

Email: photoportfolio@rhs.org.uk

Online Find a Plant

On ‘Find a plant’ online you can search for more than 10,000 plants by name, attribute (or both) to help you find specific plant details together with a list of suppliers.

For information about the online Find a Plant, RHS Plant Finder book or if you represent a nursery and wish to have its details entered into the book or included in the online version, please contact us.

Email: plantfinder@rhs.org.uk

RHS GYO App

The RHS Grow Your Own app is full of down-to-earth advice to help everyone grow fresh, healthy fruit, vegetables and herbs. We'd love to hear your thoughts and suggestions on our GYO app – send us your feedback by email.

Email: webmaster@rhs.org.uk

RHS Members’ Seed Scheme

Running since 1905, the RHS Seed Scheme draws upon the Society’s diverse plant collections and wealth of expertise to offer members the exclusive opportunity to buy seed harvested from RHS Gardens.

We regret that due to the Covid-19 situation, we have been unable to collect and prepare seed from our RHS Gardens, which means that there will be no RHS Seed Scheme for 2021 despatch.

For any questions or queries about the Seed Scheme, please contact the Seed Team.

Email: seeddepts@rhs.org.uk

Accessibility

We have an ongoing programme of improving our accessibility information across the RHS. If you can’t find the information online, please contact us on our dedicated email address.

Email: accessibility@rhs.org.uk

RHS Elections

The President and Treasurer of the RHS are elected annually by the members of the Society at the Annual General Meeting (AGM). The other elected Members of Council usually serve for 5 years with at least 3 retiring each year.

For more information and queries about RHS elections, please refer to the Charter and bye-laws and associated regulations or contact The Secretary.

Telephone: 020 7821 3068
Email: secretary@rhs.org.uk

RHS People Awards

These awards celebrate individuals who have made outstanding contributions to horticulture and gardening. For more information and queries about RHS Awards, please contact The Secretary.

Telephone: 020 7821 3068
Email: secretary@rhs.org.uk

RHS Privacy Policy

Your privacy, and the security of your personal information are of the highest importance to us. If you have any questions about this privacy policy or to exercise your rights in relation to your personal data, please contact our Data Protection Officer.

Write: The Data Protection Officer, Royal Horticultural Society,  80 Vincent Square, London SW1P 2PE
Email: dataprotectionofficer@rhs.org.uk

To get the most out of your RHS membership, you can manage your preferences online and opt-in to communications so that we can stay in touch with you.

Recruitment & Volunteering

We have 1,000 full-time employees and rely on more than 2,000 volunteers. Together they provide the expertise and dedication that the UK's leading gardening charity needs to deliver its aim of enriching everyone’s life through plants and making the UK a greener and more beautiful place.

Find out how you can work or volunteer for the RHS, and ways we can help your horticultural career.

Recruitment

If you are interested in working with us, we have employment opportunities ranging from: Gardeners to Retail Assistants, Scientists to Special Events Assistants, Digital Content Editors to Education and Learning Managers, please see our paid vacancies.

Email: recruitment@rhs.org.uk

Please note: we do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. We may on occasion work with a defined agency but only where we have a signed agreement in place.

Volunteer

There are loads of ways to volunteer with the RHS. You can become a volunteer at one of our Gardens, lend a helping hand at an RHS Show or join the team in our Head Office in London. There are also home-based roles, where you can help support our outreach work – please see our volunteering roles.

Seeking a short-term placement? We also offer voluntary internships to students of horticulture, with existing practical experience.

Please note: The Voluntary Internship Programme at RHS Garden Rosemoor will look to restart in the summer of 2021 and applications will be considered after this date.