A popular flower and garden show is set to return for its seventh year at a historic castle. A firm favourite with garden enthusiasts and families, Belvoir Castle’s annual event will be taking place on Saturday, August 31, and Sunday, September 1, in the gardens of the stately home — the parkland of which was designed by eminent 18th century landscape designer Capability Brown. Renowned horticultural and floral experts David Domoney and Jonathan Moseley will both give special guest talks to provide visitors with valuable insights and gardening tips following their prolific careers.
David Domoney is a chartered horticulturist and television presenter with over 40 years’ experience in professional horticulture. He presents on ITV’s Love your Garden and Garden Club and is the resident garden expert on ITV’s This Morning. David said: “I am really looking forward to taking part in Belvoir’s flower and garden show — the surrounding parkland and gardens provide a magnificent setting for such a popular event.
It’s always a wonderful experience meeting people who want to learn more about plants and flowers and being able to share some top tips to help them on their horticultural journey.” Jonathan Moseley is an internationally celebrated floral designer and public speaker with over 30 years' experience. He was also a floral expert on BBC's The Big Allotment Challenge and is an accomplished writer, broadcaster and demonstrator.
Jonathan said: “I love being able to spread the word about growing and arranging beautiful seasonal British blooms and I can’t wait to see everyone at the show. It’s important to encourage people to get creative with home grown flowers and foliage, giving them the confidence to try things out for themselves and this upcoming event is going to be a fantastic opportunity to do just that.” Top garden designers will also be taking part in the show, to showcase their creativity and talent in their show borders, and Belvoir Castle’s head gardener Andy Tudbury will also be in attendance to share his advice.
Andy said: “The flower and garden show at Belvoir Castle is a highlight of the year for me — it’s so lovely watching our visitors learn even more about the horticultural world and leave the event feeling inspired and full of wonderful ideas to try in their own garden.” For even more insight, guided tours will be available around Belvoir’s Capability Brown parkland, to take visitors to areas usually off limits to the public including the estate’s own vineyard. Belvoir Bistro, Belvoir Farm Shop and the Aviary Café will be serving refreshments throughout the event, and there will be a selection of stalls to browse.
Tickets can be booked on the castle’s website for a discounted price, or at the gate on the day..
