Discover a celebration of plants and people in Bristol
Join us at The Prospect Building in Bristol, 8 - 11 July 2027, for an exciting new RHS Plant Festival that puts plants at the heart of the show
Designed to be immersive, engaging and rooted in the city, the RHS Plant Festival Bristol will bring together spectacular planting, expert advice, inspiring growers and a welcoming programme of activities for gardeners of all levels.
Held at The Prospect Building, the location for the RHS Plant Festival is just a short walk from the iconic Bristol Temple Meads train station built by Isambard Kingdom Brunel. With indoor and outdoor spaces, this new event is the perfect place to be inspired by gardening, plants and nature.
The Prospect Building sits in the heart of the city
Bristol has earned the nickname 'green-fingered capital' and the city has a thriving community of growers, allotmenteers and innovative thinkers when it comes to small space gardening.
Make your visit to the RHS Plant Festival part of a trip to this fascinating city, full of historic and contemporary architecture, museums, art installations and a host of proudly independent shops. Team your trip with a stroll around the harbour, see the famous SS Great Britain, walk up the hills full of colourful Georgian houses to the pretty Clifton village and enjoy the view from the Clifton Suspension Bridge.
Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just starting out , you’ll find plenty to explore. Browse and shop from specialist nurseries, discover beautiful summer plants and gather fresh design ideas for your own growing space. A striking plant-filled feature space will offer a vibrant showcase celebrating the beauty, diversity and power of plants.
With a variety of nurseries to choose from, you’ll be spoilt for plant choices
Grow Your Own will be a key theme throughout the festival, reflecting Bristol’s strong gardening culture and enthusiasm for edible growing. Visitors can meet expert growers, pick up practical advice and explore inspiring pop-up plant displays that demonstrate how productive planting can be both useful and attractive.
A lively talks programme will bring together RHS experts, community gardening champions and some of the UK’s most exciting gardening content creators. From practical growing tips to fresh ideas for connecting with plants and nature, the programme will offer something for gardeners of every experience level.
The festival will place a strong emphasis on learning and sharing knowledge
Visitors will be able to access advice stations across the show, providing practical support and inspiration on a wide range of gardening topics. Plans also include hands-on workshops and immersive learning experiences, creating opportunities to develop new skills and confidence, with delicious street food to complete your day.
The festival will celebrate the projects, people and green spaces that help make Bristol such a vibrant gardening city. Together, these elements will create a bright, welcoming and inclusive festival that showcases the many ways plants can enrich everyday life.
Talks and workshops will teach and inspire you
