Affiliated with the Royal Horticultural Society, National Dahlia Society and National Vegetable Society.
Address: Thurston Trading Store, Old Stoke Road Allotments, Old Stoke Road Aylesbury. HP21 8DF
Opening Hours: Sunday 09:00-12:00 Thursdays (April & May only) 18:30-20:00
President: Mr. K. Keasley | Chairman: Mr. R Murray | Treasurer: Mrs H Murray

Talks, events and trips organised by AGS, affiliates, other associations and societies.

The events list will be updated as and when trips and talks become available, so keep checking back.

 

AGS: Coach trip to RHS Garden Hyde Hall Saturday 15th August 2026

Event: Coach trip to RHS Garden Hyde Hall
Date: Saturday 15th August 2026
Time: Various pick up times, 3 locations available,  to be chosen when booking
Where: Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8ET
Cost: £20 per person. Admission is free through AGS affiliated Society Passes.
 
Aylesbury Gardening Society are pleased to announce the annual RHS trip, this year going to Garden Hyde Hall
 
Hyde hall has many themed garden areas to explore, from global produce to dry climates, winter wonders, courtyard gardens and arboreta, Hyde Hall delivers something for everyone. It also hosts a garden centre where you can buy plants, gifts and homeware, plus great ideas for the home and garden.  Fancy something to eat or drink ? Hyde Hall has the Gardeners Rest Restaurant and The Clover Cafe.
 
This trip is open to all members plus 1 guest, numbers are limited, on a first come first served basis.
Booking forms will be available at the Thurston Store, every Sunday morning, payment is required at the time of booking. 
 
Coach pick up locations, to be chosen when booking:
 

  1. BEDGROVE BUS STOP SIDE OF SAINSBURYS 8:30AM

  2. WENDOVER ROAD BUS STOP BY POLICE STATION/OLD HSBC BANK 8:45AM

  3. WENDOVER ROAD BUS STOP BY BOWLS/TENNIS CLUB 9:00AM

Departing Hyde Hall at 430pm.

If you have any questions please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or come and chat to us in the store on Sunday morning.

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Climate Action Wendover film screening - the People's Emergency Briefing 17th June

Date: Weds 17th June
Time: 730-930pm
Where: St Marys Church, Wendover
 
Climate Action Wendover is running a screening of a film - the People's Emergency Briefing (link to trailer) - which shares the latest evidence of the effects of the changing climate on health, cost of living, food security, and community resilience.  Our screening is part of a nation-wide campaign being organised to bring more attention to this topic and call on government for a televised briefing for the UK public. There is momentum behind this, with 850+ local events being organised nation-wide so far (and the film only launched last month!) and c.80 MPs and Peers supporting it.
 
The event is non-party political and open to local organisations and residents. It will include the film screening, which lasts 50 mins, and then an informal discussion reflecting on the film and what we can do to prepare and adapt for the future. Refreshment provided.
 
The film is part of a national campaign gathering momentum that is calling on the UK government to give the public a clear briefing on the climate crisis and step up action to strengthen preparedness and adaptation. CLAW’s event will welcome residents, businesses, faith groups, charities, and anyone interested in hearing the evidence, exploring solutions, and showing MPs that there is strong public support for building a safer, healthier, and better future.
 
Register to reserve your space and bring along a friend or neighbour
 
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Chiltern Sweet Pea 24th annual Show - 28th June

Event: Chiltern Sweet Pea 26th annual show
Date: Sunday 28th June 2026
Time: Staging 8.30-12.00, open for viewing 2.30pm
Where: Millennium Hall, Lacey Green, Bucks, HP27 0QT

 

Come and visit the Chiltern Sweet Pea annual show at Millennium Hall, Lacey Green, Buckinghamshire HP27 0QT ( what3words ‘famous.october.advantage’). 

  • Staging 8.30am – 12 noon
  • Bowls and baskets up until 1.00pm away from the exhibition area.
  • Judging 12.15pm onwards.
  • Show open to the public from 2.30pm. 
  • Full show schedule here 

Mixed open classes including sections for novices and 200 cordon growers.  All exhibitors welcome.

For information contact show manager Mr. Chris Gray, 01296 488160 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  

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AGS Coach trip to Hitchen Lavender Farm - only a few tickets left

Event:  Hitchen Lavender Farm
Date: Thursday 25th June 2026
Time: 10.30am (Jansel Square ) return leaving time approx 3.30pm
Where: Cadwell Farm, Ickleford, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 3UA
Cost: £35 per person. With for a guided tour of the growing fields, distillery and museum (20+ people required)
 
The AGS are pleased to anounce a new trip for 2026, we are looking going to the Hitchen Lavender Farm, for a guided tour of the growing fields, distillery and museum. (They have a restaurant and shop too!!)
PLEASE NOTE: To do this we need to have a minimum of 20+ people. 
 
The cost will be approximately £35 per person including seat on the coach, entry fee and the tour. 
 
The anticipated itinerary is to board the coach at Jansel Square with a departure time of 10:30, arriving at the farm at approximately 12 noon 
The tour takes about one hour, and includes a short walk to the lavender growing fields and then a further short walk onto the distillery and museum.
We are assured that the tour is accessible to all. The departure time will be approximately 3:30 pm so this will give you plenty of time to also visit the restaurant and shop. 
 
Tickets are now available in the store.
 
For more information please see their website   (https://hitchinlavender.com/ ) They can also be found on Facebook and Instagram.
 
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AGS 78th Annual Produce Show September 2026

 

Event:  Annual Product Show
Date: Saturday 19h September 2026
Time: 2.30pm (free)
Where: Aylesbury Grammar School.

The 2026 AGS annual produce show will be held on Saturday 19th September 2026

For full details on categories and visit the Show page . 

 

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Kimble and Ellesborough Horticultural Society events 2026

Event: KIMBLE & ELLESBOROUGH HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
Date: Talks/Events in 2026
Time: various
Where: various
 
 
 
Tuesday 7th July - 6.00 – 7.30 pm
Evening Garden Visit – The Old Rectory, Albury, Thame 
Please see the website for more information. www.kehs.uk

Tuesday 11th August - 6.00 – 7.30 pm
Evening Garden Visit – Member’s Garden Near Terrick 
Please see the website for more information. www.kehs.uk

Tuesday 1st September - 8.00pm
Dahlias 
Carolyn Ormesher of Missenden Seeds is passionate about flowers which are good for cutting and pollinators, including dahlias. She will talk about the history of dahlias, why you should grow them, different types, how to grow and propagate them, dahlia breeding and top tips for beautiful dahlias. 
 
Sunday 6th September - 2.00 – 4.30pm 
AUTUMN SHOW – Stewart Hall 
Come and see some beautiful displays including chrysanthemums, dahlias and vegetables and enjoy delicious home-made cakes.  
More Autumn Show Info 

Tuesday 6th October - 8.00pm
Planting Pots for Winter Interest and Spring Joy 
Harriet Rycroft was the Head Gardener at Whichford Pottery for many years and created some spectacular displays. Her talk starts with slides followed by a practical planting demonstration to discuss the nitty-gritty of creating and maintaining such displays. 

Tuesday 3rd November - 8.00pm
Hellebores
Andrew Mikolajski, writer, speaker and RHS judge calls these the stars of the winter garden with a vast number of beautiful varieties to enjoy. He will discuss their history and origins, which are the best for growing in gardens and why they are still so expensive. 

Tuesday 1st December - 8.00pm
Talk on the Chilterns Wildlife Plus Christmas Social
Jon Mason is a local speaker on natural history and the environment. He will look at the diversity of habitats in the Chilterns, some of the best places to go and discuss his own experiences. Our Christmas social includes festive refreshments, quiz and a raffle.
 
All meetings are held at Stewart Hall, Little Kimble at 8.00 pm every 1st Tuesday of the month (except January and August). Although we pride ourselves on our expert speakers, all talks are very informal and are followed by refreshments and a raffle. Visitors are always welcome - do come and try one of our meetings. If you decide you would like to join please make yourself known to any Committee member or contact Liz O’Donnell, Membership Secretary, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.
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Preston Bissett Nursery 2026 events

Date: Events in 2026
Time: Various
Where: Bushey Lane, Preston Bissett, Buckingham, Bucks MK18 4ND
Cost: See the website

 

Preston Bissett Nursery is a large retail garden nurseries and country shop, and beautiful café in the heart of rural Buckinghamshire, they also offer a wide range of events on their website

 

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Website: https://thenurseries.com/

 

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Garden Tour - Wormsley Estate  – 9 July 2026

Event: Garden Tour 
Date:  9 July 2026 
Where: Wormsley Estate, Stokenchurch, Near High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
 
Perennial are delighted to offer exclusive access to Wormsley, a 2,700-acre private estate in the Chiltern Hills, dating back to the 12th century. This rare opportunity includes a guided tour of the 18th-century Walled Garden rarely open to the public.

Visit Perennial's website for more details on all dates and venues

 

perennial.org.uk/

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NVS: Talks 2026

Event: NVS - Speakers to be confirmed
Date: Talks in 2026
Time: 7.30pm
Where: The Community Centre, Church Road, Wingrave, HP22 4PE
Cost: Free entry for members and non-members.
  • Tuesday October 13th at 7.30 p.m. - Talk by Chris Spree – Putting your Garden to Bed for Winter
  • Tuesday November 10th at 7.30 p.m - Talk by Sandra Hall – Tunnel Growing
There is a bar at the venue, free refreshments will be served during the interval, tea/coffee with biscuits.


Website: https://www.nvsuk.org.uk/

 

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Perennial - Helping People in Horticulture

Event:  Perennial Garden Tours
Date: Various
Where: Various
 

 

Enjoy a delightful day out and support Perennial by treating yourself or someone you know to one of our Exclusive Garden Tours in 2026

The new programme features a range of private tours, visits to prestigious new venues and some beloved favourites.

Visit Perennial's website for details on dates and venues

 

perennial.org.uk/

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2026 public events

Upcoming events for 2026 as advertised by the National Vegetable Society:

  • 18-21 June - BBC Gardeners World Live
  • 8-12 July - RHS Hampton Court Garden Festival
  • 14-17 July - The Great Yorkshire Show
  • 22-26 July - RHS Flower Show Sandringham
  • 28-30 July - NVS Southern Branch Championships - New Forest
  • 28-20 - New Forest Show
  • 20-23 August - Southport Flower Show
  • 23 Aug (TBC) - NVS Irish Branch Championships - Moate
  • 5-6 Sept - NVS Scottish Branch Championships - Dunfermline
  • 18-20 Sept - NVS Northern Branch Championships - Newby Hall
  • 18-20 Sept - Harrogate Autumn Flower Show - Newby Hall
  • 25-27 Sept - NVS Midlands Branch Championships - Malvern
  • 25-27 Sept - RHS Malvern Autumn Show

 


Website: https://www.nvsuk.org.uk/

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