Sandringham Flower Show is one of the most prestigious horticultural events in the East of England. Now in its 127th year, it is much more than just a Flower Show. It is a unique event offering both the best in horticulture and a fantastic day of family entertainment.
Set in the magnificent surroundings of Sandringham Park with Sandringham House and Sandringham Church as a backdrop, this one-day Show attracts around 20,000 visitors each year. From the beginning the Show has been privileged to enjoy Royal patronage and traditionally our Royal Patron attends the Show.
Many of the region’s leading nurseries and horticultural specialists exhibit. In addition to these displays the show features showgardens by leading designers which are built on the showground, some 200 trade stands (both horticultural and general), a craft marquee, main arena events, children's entertainment and a military band.
The Royal marquees contain the judged displays of vegetables and fruit, flowers, floral art, and include open classes. In the amateur’s marquee, local gardening and horticultural clubs enter a judged display competition, whilst the Horticultural Trades marquee features amazing displays by leading nurseries.
The Gardeners’ Forum is the venue for gardening talks by top television gardeners Chris Beardshaw and Alan Mason, who are joined by Martyn Davey, who is Head of Horticulture & Design at Easton College. The Gardeners’ Forum culminates in a Gardeners’ Questions event.
The profits from each show are donated to local charities and since 1977 the Committee have donated in excess of £391,000 to local charities.
In the month prior to the Show, Estate employees, pensioners and tenants residing in Estate cottages have the opportunity to enter their gardens in two judged competitions. On Showday, the King George Vl Challenge Cup and the Queen Mother Challenge Cup are presented to the winners of these competitions. Further details of the competitions may be obtained from the Secretary.
Visit us and enjoy a unique day. Admission charges include entrance to Sandringham Gardens, Museum and Church, all of which border the showground. For the fifth year the Show will be held in association with the Eastern Daily Press.
We welcome everyone to Sandringham Flower Show, and trust that you will have a truly wonderful day.
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