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.
Our annual Show is a popular event with many classes including photography, art, craft, children’s, cookery as well as the expected flowers, fruit, vegetables and floral exhibits. Anyone can enter items, and the public visit in the afternoon with tea,
King John’s Garden is a secret small walled garden hidden away in the centre of Romsey behind the historic mediaeval King John’s House. It is planted with some ancient plants and some modern features such as a small wildflower meadow.
Andy McIndoe headed up Hillier Nurseries for many years and for them, and Raymond Blanc since, has won multiple gold medals at Chelsea. He is a great speaker. Members free, visitors welcome: £3 (just turn up)
Ray has been a Senior Horticultural lecturer and Head of the Horticulture Department at Sparsholt College, Hampshire, for many years and has a wealth of experience. He always gives an interesting and lively presentation. Members free, visitors welcome: £3 (just
Neil will be speaking about how best to use peat free growing media, with advice from Melcourt Industries who produce ‘Sylvagrow’, popular with a number of commercial growers. members free, visitors £3
Ben Pope, head gardener at a private garden in West Sussex, talks of the ‘softer’ side of garden border management. He is a lively and engaging speaker, coming to us on a repeat visit. members free, visitors £3
Come and hear the Head Gardener talk of the changes in this beautiful famous garden from one season to another. A colourful and interesting presentation for all garden lovers
Talk: ‘My Greenhouse Year’ by Gillian Taylor Free refreshments
Talk: Andrew Tolman: ‘Off the beaten track: Hidden Gems‘ Visitors welcome £3
Talk: Andrew Tolman: ‘Off the beaten track: Hidden Gems‘ Visitors welcome £3