Christmas with the RHS 2026

Step into the festive magic of Christmas 2026, with enchanting walks, dazzling light displays and seasonal treats for the whole family, along with RHS events, gifts and activities to make this year unforgettable

Glow at RHS Gardens this Christmas

Bundle up and enjoy a magical winter evening stroll along our RHS Glow trails

​An enchanted world awaits

At RHS Gardens, Wisley in Surrey, Rosemoor in Devon, Harlow Carr in North Yorkshire, Hyde Hall in Essex, and Bridgewater in Greater Manchester, discover the magic of Christmas at RHS Glow 2026, where twinkling lights transform winter landscapes into enchanted worlds. Every path reveals a new surprise and every garden tells a story through light, colour, and creativity.

Visitors enjoying light display

Christmas shopping made easy

Find festive gifts, decorations, seasonal plants and tasty treats for all the family

Gifts they’ll love this Christmas

The gift that grows all year

Give a Christmas gift that brings inspiration, days out and gardening benefits throughout the year

Christmas membership pack

Save £20 on an RHS Gift Membership

Give the gift of RHS Membership this Christmas and save £20. They’ll enjoy stunning garden visits, reduced-rate RHS Show tickets, free expert gardening advice and more. Each gift arrives in a beautiful presentation pack, including a £5 RHS Garden voucher, a plant planner, a copy of The Garden magazine and two packets of seeds (UK only). Plus, they’ll receive a free Burgon & Ball trowel worth £12 when they activate their membership by 31 January 2027.

Please note: Each RHS Gift Membership must be activated by the recipient. RHS Gift Memberships are not available to purchase for recipients living in the EU. Gift recipients must be UK residents.

Festive days out at RHS Gardens

Enjoy winter walks, seasonal displays and festive events at your local RHS Garden

What’s on this winter at the RHS

Seasonal escapes to RHS Partner Gardens

Discover RHS Partner Gardens near you for peaceful winter walks and seasonal inspiration

Places to explore this winter

From frosty mornings and winter walks to the first signs of spring, RHS Partner Gardens offer inspiration in every season. With more than 240 gardens across the UK and overseas, RHS members can enjoy visits at selected times throughout the year, discovering everything from historic estates and walled gardens to hidden horticultural gems.

Winter walks

A greener Christmas for all the family

Save money, reduce waste and enjoy festive activities that are good for the planet and your wellbeing

Winter activities and projects for kids

Keep little hands busy with easy gardening projects, nature activities and creative ideas to enjoy at home

Parent reading to child
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Children’s gardening books

Looking for a cosy winter activity? Explore our range of RHS children’s books and inspire young gardeners to discover plants, wildlife and the joy of growing throughout the seasons. Packed with stories, ideas and colourful illustrations, they’re perfect for curious minds on chilly days.

Things to make, grow and explore this winter

Get involved

The RHS is the UK’s gardening charity, helping people and plants to grow - nurturing a healthier, happier world, one person and one plant at a time.