Unlock the wonders of nature at the annual Snowdrop & Plant Fair at Hole Park in Rolvenden, Kent, on Sunday, February 11, 2024. As the inaugural event in the Plant Fair Roadshows for 2024, this fair promises a delightful experience for gardening enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
Organized by a passionate team of growers, the Plant Fair Roadshows showcase some of the South East’s most knowledgeable specialist plant nurseries. These dedicated individuals will be present, offering their expert insights and selling specially nurtured blooms that capture the essence of the region.
The event marks the beginning of a series of gardening extravaganzas, with a second Roadshow scheduled at Hole Park on Sunday, August 18, 2024, from 11 am to 4 pm.
Gates open on February 11, 2024, at 11 am and close at 3 pm. Take advantage of the discounted entrance fee for the Snowdrop & Plant Fair, priced at £8, including entry to the enchanting gardens. For more information and to book your spot, visit www.plantfairsroadshow.co.uk.
Meet and greet renowned South East nurseries participating in the 2024 events, including Copton Ash, Daisy Roots, Edulis, Eleplants, Plantbase, Pine View Nursery, Charleshurst Farm, Spring Platt Snowdrops, and Swallowfields Nursery, among others. Visit plantfairsroadshow.co.uk for additional details on the 2024 lineup.
Hole Park Gardens, the picturesque venue for this event, will open daily for the new season on April 1, 2024. Nestled 4 miles west of Tenterden on the B2086 between Rolvenden and Benenden, Hole Park Gardens offers a captivating blend of formal gardens, natural woodlands, and breathtaking landscapes.
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the beauty of nature and discover rare and unusual plants. The Plant Fairs Roadshow is more than an event; it’s a celebration of British growers and the remarkable plants cultivated by dedicated nursery experts.
For group inquiries, contact events@holepark.com or call 01580 241 344.
About Plant Fairs Roadshow:
The Plant Fairs Roadshow (PFR) brings together over 40 nurseries from the south of England, promoting British growers and showcasing unique plants independently cultivated by specialist nursery professionals. With RHS Flower Show pedigree, PFR members, including multi-medal-winning nurseries, work cooperatively to support each other and enhance their combined businesses. The PFR has grown significantly in scope and size over the past ten years, nurturing the collaboration between mature and younger members within the cooperative.
About Hole Park Gardens:
Hole Park Gardens, a family-owned estate, has been in the Barham family for four generations. Situated 4 miles west of Tenterden on the B2086 between Rolvenden and Cranbrook, the 16-acre gardens boast a mix of formalized gardens, natural woodlands, and scenic landscapes. Developed and planted by Colonel Barham, the great-grandfather of the present owner, the gardens are renowned for their beautifully clipped topiary, yew hedges, walled gardens, and vibrant floral displays. Hole Park Gardens is now owned and managed by Edward Barham, continuing the legacy of his late father, David Barham. The gardens open daily for the new season on April 1, 2024. For more information, visit www.holepark.com.
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