The events listed here have been organised by the Federation, affiliated societies, or local charitable organisations. We aim to keep it up to date, however this is not guaranteed. Please contact the organiser of the event should you require confirmation.
We welcome Marina, from Phoenix Perennial Plant Nursery, to talk to us about the Aplaceae family, or as we know them “umbellifers”. She studied Botany, Marine Biology and Ecology, followed by 3 years doing a postgraduate research, before escaping the
talk by Catherine & David May, owners of Seale Rose garden. https://www.sealenurseries.co.uk/
An illustrated talk by Will Reid of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. With information on the gardens of the war graves around the world including in St Nicholas Churchyard, Brockenhurst
An illustrated talk presented by Geoff Hawkins, retired head gardener for a private estate of 30 acres near Alton. He has a wide knowledge of all aspects of horticulture including shrubs, trees, herbaceous borders, fruit and vegetables. Visitors welcome (£4
Warsash Horticultural Society welcomes Andy McIndoe to give this illustrated talk. Refreshments and raffle. Non-members £2.
Talk by Martin Young entitled 'Autumn Colour'. Refreshments, plant sales and raffle. Non-members £3
Monthly Meeting. Speakers: John & June Baker Talk: "The World of Butterflies" Visitors Welcome.
Sway Open Gardens is organised every other year by Sway Gardening Club in aid of Oakhaven Hospice. For 2026 there will be over 18 amazing gardens and open spaces of all shapes, sizes and styles to visit throughout the village.
Monthly meeting
Talk by Ben Turner about Inspiration from Tresco Abbey Gardens .
An illustrated talk by Matthew Phillips, Beaulieu Estate Warden, on the conservation work on the Beaulieu Estate.