Looking for something to do over the forthcoming May Bank Holiday weekend?
The annual Hertfordshire Garden Show is returning to Knebworth Park over the May Bank Holiday weekend from Saturday, April 29 to Monday, May 1.
The popular show will provide plenty of inspiration for the spring and summer months ahead.
You can visit exhibitor stalls showcasing a wide variety of horticultural goods including garden furniture, water features, hot tubs, tools, sculptures and much more.
Tickets to the 2023 Hertfordshire Garden Show also include access to Knebworth Gardens, Park, Adventure Playground, Fort Knebworth and the Dinosaur Trail, making it a great day out for the whole family.
There have been gardens at Knebworth House since at least the 17th century, but the present layout dates largely from the Edwardian era.
The architect Sir Edwin Lutyens simplified the ornate beds and statuary of the Victorian garden with lawns and avenues of pollarded lime trees.
The Herb Garden was recreated in 1982 from Gertrude Jekyll’s 1907 design.
Each generation at the stately home has enhanced the gardens and the recent wood carvings are particularly interesting.
The 28 acres of formal gardens also include a maze, colourful borders, fine trees, and a walled vegetable garden.
A range of plants and gifts will also be on sale in the gift shop and the Garden Terrace Tea Room will be open offering a selection of delicious homemade cakes, lunch options and hot drinks.
Season ticket holders receive 10 per cent off in the Tea Room and selected items in the gift shop.
Hertfordshire Garden Show tickets start at £12.50 for adults, family tickets (groups of 4) at £46, and children under three go free.
Book online at www.knebworthhouse.com before your visit for a reduced rate. Full priced tickets will also be available at the entrance on the day of your visit.
This event is free for season ticket holders to attend.
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