Upcoming Horticultural Events organised by our Society

Here’s a guide to local and national gardening and horticultural events. We’ll aim to keep this updated, so check back regularly!

National & Major Regional Shows

  • RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival
  • Sandringham Flower Show
    • Date: Wednesday – Saturday 22 – 26 July 2026
    • Location: Sandringham Park, Sandringham Estate, Norfolk, PE35 6AB
    • Description: One of the most prestigious horticultural events in the East of England, offering top horticulture alongside family entertainment in the beautiful grounds of the Royal Estate.
    • Source: Sandringham Estate
  • National Dahlia Society Show
    • Dates: 2 – 4 September 2025 (held in conjunction with RHS Wisley Flower Show, 2 – 7 September)
    • Location: RHS Garden Wisley, Woking, Surrey GU23 6QB
    • Description: Showcase of the very best in dahlia cultivation from around the UK, with magnificent blooms and expert talks.
    • Source: National Dahlia Society

Kent, Bexley & Dartford Area Events

  • Wildflower Walk at Darenth Country Park
    • Date: 5th July 2025
    • Location: Darenth Country Park, Dartford (check Dartford Borough Council events for meeting point)
    • Description: A guided walk to observe and learn about the wildflowers growing in Darenth Country Park.
    • Source: Dartford Borough Council – Events
  • Kent County Show
    • Dates: 4, 5, 6 July 2025
    • Location: Kent County Showground, Detling, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 3JF
    • Description: While a broader agricultural show, it features a dedicated “Garden Life & Horticulture Area” with display gardens, nurseries, and horticulture trade.
    • Source: Kent County Agricultural Society and Love Fairs – Kent County Show
  • Greenwich & Bexley Community Hospice – Open Gardens Festival
    • Dates: Various dates throughout summer (e.g., 20 July for Garden of Memories)
    • Location: Various gardens across Greenwich and Bexley (check their website for specific addresses and dates)
    • Description: Local residents generously open their beautiful gardens to the public to raise funds for the hospice. A wonderful opportunity to explore local green spaces.
    • Source: Greenwich & Bexley Community Hospice – Open Gardens Listings
  • Castle Farm – Lavender Season Events (Near Dartford/Shoreham)
    • Dates: Late June – Late July 2025 (Guided Tours, BYO Picnics, Field Walks)
    • Location: Castle Farm, Shoreham, Kent (check website for specific field locations)
    • Description: Experience the stunning lavender fields in bloom with guided tours, opportunities for picnics amidst the flowers, and leisurely walks.
    • Source: Castle Farm Kent – Lavender Season 2025

National Allotment Week

  • Date:  11.00am Saturday 16th August
  • Location: Alers Road Allotment Site, Alers Road, Bexleyheath
  • Description: In celebration of National Allotment Week, the Society is putting on a fascinating talk on the history and ethos of Allotments followed by a tour of the Alers Road Allotment site.
  • Source: BHHS Early Summer Newsletter 2025

Bexleyheath and District Horticultural Society Annual Show

  • Date:  Saturday 30th August
  • Location: Boys Brigade Hall, Broadway, Bexleyheath.(Between Christchurch and Asda)
  • Description: Our annual show, celebrating local growers and makers, from impressive vegetables, fruits and flowers to handmade cakes and crafts. Please join us in this friendly community event, light refreshments, teas, coffees and cakes available. Take a chance on a raffle ticket and win a prize!   Want to exhibit? Click here for the show schedule and categories and here for the Show Entry form.

Events

Society’s Annual General Meeting (AGM)

Our AGM will be held on Friday 6th March in the Boy’s Brigade Hall in Bexleyheath. 7.45pm  for 8.00pm start.

Coach trip to RHS Wisley gardens

Our annual trip to an RHS garden will be to Wisley this year. It will be on

Sunday 21st June

Numbers are limited by coach size to 53. Tickets are £15 per person and are available at both shops or by emailing banddhsociety@gmail.com . They usually sell out quickly so don’t miss out.

Visit to Coolings Nursery – Knockholt

We will be visiting Coolings Garden Centre to enjoy a guided tour of their nursery – they actually grow a large proportion of the plants they sell on site.

Friday 24th April 11.00am

The visit is free but members need to make their own way to the Garden Centre. We will operate a ‘Car Share’ scheme for anyone who doesn’t have their own transport.

Annual Show

This year our Annual Show will be held at the Boys Brigade Hall on

Saturday 5th September

Please reserve the date! Full details in the Show Schedule that will be circulated to members in June.

Other Events of Horticultural Interest TBA

  • Disclaimer: Please note: Event dates, times, and details are subject to change. We recommend checking the official event website for the most current information before planning your visit.
  • Missing event?  Is there a local show or horticultural event we’ve forgotten to mention? Let us know! We’d love to hear member’s suggestions for local events they hear about so we can create a comprehensive list of community events. Email us: banddhsociety@gmail.com