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Chelsea Flower Show

Chelsea Flower Show 2008

It’s that time of year again – spring had sprung, summer is just around the corner, and some of the world’s most beautiful plants, flowers and gardens take up residence in London’s Chelsea. That’s right, the Chelsea Flower Show is back, and this year, it’s better than ever.

Chelsea Flower Show 2008
Berries on a holly bush © Britainonview.com

Winter plants & flowers

The winter months bring a unique range of plants, flowers and berry to Britain's parks and gardens. Discover them here.

Winter plants & flowers
Chester Zoo

Cheshire Year of Gardens 2008

This year is a great time to come to Britain – it’s Cheshire’s Year of Gardens. Find out what’s going on to celebrate our wonderful British gardens.

Cheshire Year of Gardens 2008
Jekka McVicar at Hestercombe

Celebrating Britain’s herb gardens

Some of Britain’s historic herb gardens are offering visitors an opportunity to discover the culinary and medicinal benefits of herbs.

Celebrating Britain’s herb gardens
Inside the Warm Temperate Biome of The Eden Project

Eden Project

The Eden Project in Cornwall is a world-renowned attraction that explores humankind's relationship with plants. It's home to the world's largest covered conservatories and offers a fascinating day out.

Eden Project
National Gardens Scheme booklet

Gardens & accommodation

The key attraction of the National Gardens Scheme to visitors is that you don't need to be a devoted gardener to be interested in what they have to offer.

Gardens & accommodation
Topiary Gardens

Topiary gardens

One of Britain's leading experts in the art of topiary is based at Levens Hall in Cumbria, England's Lake District.

Topiary gardens

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Get your Great British Heritage Pass

For any of you garden lovers or those planning a history or heritage themed trip around Britain, the essential "buy before you leave" product is the Great British Heritage Pass. Providing free entry into over 580 castles, gardens and stately homes across the length and breadth of Britain, it really is the key to unlocking Britain's secrets.

For full details and to order click here.

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