The Hampshire Federation of Horticultural Societies

Ferns & Grasses: A talk by Chris Bird
2026-09-17 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Wallops Parish Hall, Salisbury Hill, Middle Wallop, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 8EG, United Kingdom
Former Head of Horticulture at Sparsholt College, Chris Bird, will give a talk to Wallops Gardening Club on Ferns & Grasses. Whether your garden is damp & shady or dry and sunny, there will be something for everyone here.
Non-members welcome. £4 entry on the door to include a glass of wine.
Raffle

Hardy Plant Society, Hampshire Group – Shrubs and Woodland for Autumn Colour – Speaker Jack Aldridge
2026-09-18 19:00 - 21:00 | St Boniface Church Centre, Chandlers Ford, Hursley Rd, Chandlers Ford, SO53 2FT, United Kingdom
Jack has been described as a rising star in British horticulture and is renowned for his exceptional knowledge of woody plants and his significant contributions to plant conservation, research, and education.
In fact, he is the current holder of the 2025 RHS ROY LANCASTER AWARD in recognition of his outstanding contribution to horticulture. Having been interested in plants from a young age, upon leaving school Jack applied for the prestigious Wisley Diploma course, from which he graduated in 2022 before being taken on full-time. He later managed Oakwood at the same location, demonstrating a level of expertise that sets him apart from many of his peers. His commitment to the propagation and conservation of rare and significant plants, alongside his efforts to improve plant labelling and collection accuracy, showcases his dedication. Jack’s work marks him as an exceptional young horticulturist and a leader of the next generation in the field.

The Gardens at Hinton Ampner
2026-09-24 19:30 - 21:00 | Cliddesden Village Hall, Church Lane, Cliddesden, RG25 2JQ, United Kingdom
Chris Skinner, Head Gardener at the National Trust’s Hinton Ampner will tell us about the creation and maintenance of the garden there.

Salvias by Marina Christopher
2026-09-24 19:30 - 21:00 | Emsworth Community Centre, North St, Emsworth, PO10 7DD
£5 none members , free for members
£1 for raffle tickets, £1 for refreshments incl. cake
Marina Christopher from Phoenix Perennial Plants will talk on Salvias.
Marina lectures using live plant material as props rather than slides or Power Point. A special emphasis on reducing the amount of water used in the garden is particularly relevant with threats of water bans and climate change, although in the past few years water has been abundant!
Marina will bring plants and sundries for sale as well.

Highcliffe Horticultural Society
2026-10-05 19:00 - 21:00 | St Mark’s Church Hall, Highcliffe BH23 5AA, Hinton Wood Avenue, Highcliffe, BH23 5LD, United Kingdom
Talk by Ben Turner entitled ‘Bulbs from South Africa’. Refreshments, plant sales and raffle. Non-members £3.

Chandlers Ford & District Gardeners Club
2026-10-06 06:30 - 21:30 | St Boniface Church Centre, Chandlers Ford, Hursley Rd, Chandlers Ford, SO53 2FT, United Kingdom
Monthly Meeting
Speaker: Stewart Pocock (Pocock Roses) Talk: “Roses”
Visitors Welcome

Beaulieu and District Gardening Club
2026-10-06 14:30 - 16:00 | East Boldre Village Hall, Main Road, East Boldre, SO42 7WD
Talk by Gwynn Davies on Spring Bulbs for the Garden.

West Moors Horticultural Society Illustrated Talk 'Adventures in YUNNAN (China)' by Rosemary Legrand
2026-10-12 14:30 - 16:00 | Memorial Hall, West Moors, 231 Station Road, West Moors, Ferndown, BH22 0HZ, United Kingdom
Non members welcome, entry £3.00. Or become a member for £5.00 pa. Join us for what sounds to be a fascinating talk by one of our popular local speakers.

CARNIVOROUS PLANTS, speaker David Tite
2026-10-14 19:30 - 21:45 | St Mark’s Church Hall, Winchester, Oliver’s Battery Road South, Winchester, SO22 4EU, United Kingdom
Monthly meeting

Barry Newman NVS
2026-10-15 19:30 - 21:00 | Church Centre, The Firs, Portsmouth Road, Liphook, GU30 7DJ
Barry Newman NVS – Preparing for your show, Vegetables, Fruit & Other Horticultural Classes
Admission free to society members.

Hardy Plant Society, Hampshire Group – The Garden at Malverleys – Speaker Mat Reese
2026-10-16 19:00 - 21:00 | St Boniface Church Centre, Chandlers Ford, Hursley Rd, Chandlers Ford, SO53 2FT, United Kingdom
Mat, Head Gardener of Malverleys, is coming to talk about this iconic garden in Hampshire. He started his apprentiship at Ness Botanic Garden, on the Wirral penninsular, before continuing at RHS Wisley and Kew. On completing his studies, he had a 6 year spell at Great Dixter with Christopher Lloyd and Fergus Garrett where he learnt how to combine plants. He also went on plant- finding expeditions to Europe, Asia and Africa to see how plants grow in the wild.
In 2010 he took up his position at Malverleys and, with his team of 5, has undertaken many changes within the garden. Whilst managing livestock on the estate (when I booked him he was feeding a bottle to a new born lamb!) he also has plans to introduce study days and accomodation for students, involving more young people in horticulture. So, life is never dull!
So why not come and see what a wonderful garden we have on our own doorsteps.

If You Go Down to the Woods Today
2026-10-17 14:00 - 16:00 | St Saviors Church Hall, Brockenhurst, Wilverley Rd, Brockenhurst, SO42 7SP
An illustrated talk by Brian Petitt, wildlife photographer.
We welcome Brian once again for another of his fascinating talks with stunning photography.
Non members welcome entrance fee £5

A gardener's life
2026-10-21 19:15 - 21:30 | Sandhurst Community hall, Yorktown Rd, Sandhurst, GU47 9BJ., United Kingdom
A talk by Geoff Peach

Highcliffe Horticultural Society
2026-11-02 19:00 - 21:00 | St Mark’s Church Hall, Highcliffe BH23 5AA, Hinton Wood Avenue, Highcliffe, BH23 5LD, United Kingdom
Talk by Ray Broughton entitled ‘Alpine Gardens’. Refreshments, plant sales and raffle. Non-members £3.

WILD ORCHIDS OF THE UK, speaker Peter Ashburn
2026-11-11 19:30 - 21:45 | St Mark’s Church Hall, Winchester, Oliver’s Battery Road South, Winchester, SO22 4EU, United Kingdom

Companion Planting
2026-11-18 19:15 - 21:30 | Sandhurst Community hall, Yorktown Rd, Sandhurst, GU47 9BJ., United Kingdom
A talk by Ray Broughton

Hardy Plant Society, Hampshire Group – The Answer Lies in the Soil – Speaker David Hurrion
2026-11-21 14:00 - 16:30 | St Boniface Church Centre, Chandlers Ford, Hursley Rd, Chandlers Ford, SO53 2FT, United Kingdom
AGM at 14:00 to be followed by Talk at 14:30
David is a popular and entertaining speaker, horticultural tutor, author, magazine contributor (including Gardeners’ World magazine), RHS Judge, TV and radio personality. So, we should be in for a good talk! With over 50 years of experience in gardens and nurseries, growing on a range of different soils, and in different locations in the UK, David is happy to share his vast knowledge. His extensive knowledge and practical experience of plants, crops and growing techniques is based on a thorough botanical and scientific training, complemented by an in-depth understanding of garden design, wildlife, geology and climatology. On this occasion he will be here to talk us about composting, but come prepared with your questions – I am sure he will be happy to answer them on any topic (gardening related of course).

Highcliffe Horticultural Society
2026-12-07 19:00 - 21:00 | St Mark’s Church Hall, Highcliffe BH23 5AA, Hinton Wood Avenue, Highcliffe, BH23 5LD, United Kingdom
Talk by David Boag entitled ‘Our Fabulous Flowers’. Refreshments, plant sales and raffle. Non-members £3.

MAGIC IN THE MAYENNE, speaker Gillian Taylor
2026-12-09 19:30 - 21:45 | St Mark’s Church Hall, Winchester, Oliver’s Battery Road South, Winchester, SO22 4EU, United Kingdom

West Moors Horticultural Society Illustrated Talk 'Making the most of your Garden' by Simon Goldsack
2026-12-14 14:30 - 16:00 | Memorial Hall, West Moors, 231 Station Road, West Moors, Ferndown, BH22 0HZ, United Kingdom
Non members welcome, entry £3.00. Or become a member for £5.00 pa. December! A great time to reflect on the year ahead and be inspired to make the most of your garden in 2027.

West Moors Horticultural Society Illustrated talk 'Dorset and Dorset People' by Mary Van Coller
2027-01-11 14:30 - 16:00 | Memorial Hall, West Moors, 231 Station Road, West Moors, Ferndown, BH22 0HZ, United Kingdom
Non members welcome, entry £3.00. Or become a member for £5.00 pa. Join us to hear Mary explaining the treasures of information she has found exploring Dorset for her book.
