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 Hitchen Lavender Farm,
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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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
Website: https://thenurseries.com/
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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 April - 8.00 pm
Roses
Kerry French has great experience of all aspects of growing roses and currently coordinates the Rochfords International Rose Trial, having previously worked at The Royal National Rose Society and RHS Wisley. Her talk covers the selection, planting, pruning, feeding and aftercare of roses.SPRING SHOW - Stewart Hall 2 00 – 4 30 pm Sunday 12th Come and enjoy some beautiful displays of Spring flowers and enjoy delicious home-made cakes.
Roses
Kerry French has great experience of all aspects of growing roses and currently coordinates the Rochfords International Rose Trial, having previously worked at The Royal National Rose Society and RHS Wisley. Her talk covers the selection, planting, pruning, feeding and aftercare of roses.SPRING SHOW - Stewart Hall 2 00 – 4 30 pm Sunday 12th Come and enjoy some beautiful displays of Spring flowers and enjoy delicious home-made cakes.
Sunday 12th April - 2.00 - 4.30pm
Spring Show
Clematis and Other Climbers
George Lockwood, an organic gardener who trained at Capel Manor College, returns to talk about climbers including the different clematis groups and how to plant, prune and look after them and also how these plants attract various insects which benefit the garden.
Seasonal classes such as narcissus and tulips plus classes for plants in containers and floral art, Domestic section and also have classes for less experienced exhibitors and for children.
All classes are open to both members and non-members, except for Novice classes which are for members only.
Entry is free to members and also to non-members. More on the Spring Show
Clematis and Other Climbers
George Lockwood, an organic gardener who trained at Capel Manor College, returns to talk about climbers including the different clematis groups and how to plant, prune and look after them and also how these plants attract various insects which benefit the garden.
Saturday 9th 5th May - 10 00 – 11 30 am
PLANT SALE – Ellesborough Village Hall, Butlers Cross
This is a great opportunity to buy locally grown perennials, vegetables and annuals. Come early - everything will be sold by about 11 00 am on past form.
PLANT SALE – Ellesborough Village Hall, Butlers Cross
This is a great opportunity to buy locally grown perennials, vegetables and annuals. Come early - everything will be sold by about 11 00 am on past form.
Tuesday 2nd June - 8.00pm
Garden Design
Amber Hine, who trained at Capel Manor College and now runs Hine Garden Design, returns with a talk that covers some garden design history/context, site analysis, garden styles, design approaches, a look at good and not so good design experiences and reviews a couple of projects.
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
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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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.
To book visit : Wormsley Estate – Perennial GRBS
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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 March 10th at 7.30 p.m. - Talk by Chris Day – Growing Vegetables
- 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
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2026 public events
Upcoming events for 2026 as advertised by the National Vegetable Society:
- 23-26 April - Harrogate Spring Flower Show
- 1-3 May - Gardener's World Spring Fair
- 7-10 May - RHS Malvern Spring Festival
- 19-23 May - RHS Chelsea Flower Show
- 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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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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