Who we are:
Garden Organic is the UK’s leading organic growing charity. Dedicated to promoting organic gardening in homes, communities and schools and advancing organic growing through research, the charity uses innovation and inspiration to get more people growing in the most sustainable way.
What we’re doing:
Join the organic experts, Philip Turvil, Bob Sherman and Pauline Pears from charity, Garden Organic, as they advise, enthuse and inspire you to make your garden edible and sustainable in the expert theatre.
As well as discussing all things organic on the expert stage, the charity’s Master Composters and Master Gardeners will be on hand to help people with all their composting and edible gardening needs. Be sure to check them out in the Potting Shed when they’ll be ‘getting people growing’ with peat-free and organic veg plants from Delfland Nurseries.
Testimonial
"It’s an excellent show, it’s been very well attended and a very positive show for us."
Managing Director - Hi-grow - YorkshireWhat’s On
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Botanist and presenter James Wong officially opened the show this year
James opened the show with help from injured servicemen and staff from Headley Court rehabilitation centre and gave talks across all 3 days in the Experts Theatre.
Plenty to see, try and buy at the show
The show bought together inspirational experts and innovative exhibitors to create a one-stop shop for a slice of the Good Life.
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Expert tips and advice on poultry keeping
Various poultry breeds were on display in the Smallholders Marquee at the show and visitors could pick up tips on keeping and showing.
Michelin star chef John Burton-Race
John Burton-Race inspired visitors to get the best from their edible gardens in the Cookery Theatre in association with Kerrygold and Pilgrims Choice.
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Visitors got to meet and greet goats
Visitors to the show learnt all about goats first hand in the Smallholders Marquee with a variety of breeds on display and milking demonstrations.
Celebrity gardener and best selling author Pippa Greenwood
Pippa Greenwood gave talks in both the Experts Theatre and Potting Shed at the show, inspiring visitors to grow great veg.
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Award winning chef Rachel Green
Rachel Green demonstrated a range of her signature dishes using local produce in the Cookery Theatre at the show.
Have a go planting
The Potting Shed held potting parties where visitors could have a go at planting their own pots up to take home.
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Paul and Diana Peacock in the Cookery Theatre
Paul and Diana demonstrated jam and cheese making and pickling and preserving in the Cookery Theatre.
Pig breeds on display at the show
Visitors to the show could speak to experts about which breed of pig is right for them and take part in pig olympics!