The gorgeous colours and fragrances of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show
makes it an unmissable summer event, and our exclusive tour gives
you special access on a members-only day. You'll spend a full day
here, marvelling at the horticultural displays put together by the
country's leading gardeners.
Over the course of four days, you'll make your way around seven
beautiful English gardens, including RHS Garden Wisley, the
flagship garden of the Royal Horticultural Society. This trip
offers unparalleled insight into the work that keeps these gardens
looking as splendid as they do year-round.
There's also a visit to the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew included,
where you'll see some of the 50,000 plants that grow here in the
Palm House, Temperate House, and Princess of Wales Conservatory.
You'll also visit Ham House and Garden in Richmond, a 17th-century
Stuart house on the banks of the River Thames with an enchanting
walled kitchen garden.
* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement £395. Deposit £125. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Brightwater Holidays (ATOL 4498).
The tour begins with a visit to RHS Garden Wisley in Surrey where you'll enjoy exploring with a complimentary guide book. This splendid garden is the flagship of the Royal Horticultural Society and a fitting start to your four-day tour of some of England's best gardens.
Later, you'll check into Richmond Harbour Hotel and join your group for dinner in the evening in the hotel's chic restaurant, The Gate.
After breakfast, you'll board your coach for a full-day visit to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, a day exclusively for RHS members, where you'll see over 20 full-sized show gardens. Hundreds of floral displays incorporating new, rare and unusual plants are a particular highlight inside the Great Marquee. Other popular features include flower arranging, floristry and garden design marquees, courtyard gardens, window boxes and hanging baskets.
The Royal Botanic Garden at Kew, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, boasts an intriguing collection of plants from all over the world. The Palm House recreates a tropical rainforest environment, and the Temperate House houses the world's tallest indoor plant. The Princess of Wales Conservatory contains ten climatic zones and a wide variety of plants, including orchids and cacti.
In the afternoon, you'll visit Ham House and Garden in Richmond. Rich in history, Ham House was created mainly by the Duchess of Lauderdale in an extravagant statement of wealth. The restored gardens are an excellent example of 17th-century design.
After breakfast, you'll head to Chiswick House and Gardens, an 18th-century house designed by the third Earl of Burlington. He drew inspiration from his Grand Tours of Italy, creating a neo-Palladian style across 65 acres along with architect and landscape designer William Kent.
You'll then pay a visit to Chelsea Physic Garden, founded in 1673 as the Apothecaries' Garden, to train apprentices in identifying and producing medicinal plants.
A visit to London's Sky Gardens, a magnificent rooftop garden with panoramic city views, is a fitting finale to the trip
We love the fact that the hotel is surrounded by greenery. You could easily spend the day exploring the area without barely seeing a car.
The hotel is on top of Richmond Hill, with Richmond Park across the road.
By car: the hotel is 4 hours from Manchester, 2 hours 30 mins from Bath and 1 hour 30 mins from Southampton. Free parking is available on-site.
By train: London Waterloo to Richmond takes 20 minutes. The hotel is a 10-minute drive from the station. thetrainline.com
Perfect for those seeking comfortable digs with great facilities that won't break the bank. We love the laidback atmosphere and tasteful, vibrant furnishings that bring a homely touch.
The treatment rooms are equipped with massage tables draped in dark sheets. When you place your head in the face cradle, it's all dark, making for a particularly soothing and relaxing massage experience.
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Spa
- Fitness centre
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
We love the spacious Superior Rooms, equipped with king size beds and adorned with nature-inspired prints by London-based artist Kristjana S Williams. The fun design with bright pops of colour lends the interiors a youthful vibe.
Deluxe Room, Superior Room, Standard Room, Cosy Double Room
Facilities include: ensuite bathroom, bathrobe & slippers, TV, tea and coffee facilities, free Wi-Fi
The atmosphere and décor is busy, fun and eclectic - think textile art on the walls, wicker chairs, nut-brown leather armchairs and hanging potted plants. There's also a lovely outdoor patio shaded by a huge magnolia tree. The rib-eye steak is particularly good. Rich and juicy, it melts in the mouth.
The Gate: modern British dishes, all-day dining and afternoon tea. Mains include pork chop with sage mash and monkfish tail with wilted spinach. Open daily. Dishes from £14.
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* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement £395. Deposit £125. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Brightwater Holidays (ATOL 4498).
