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RHS Garden Wisley

Wisley is the flagship garden of the RHS and one of the UK’s most visited and best-loved gardens, attracting around one million visitors each year. The garden has expanded hugely over the years to its current size of 97ha (240 acres) and as an RHS member you can enjoy as many visits as you like. Wisley is all about inspirational gardening, rather than a museum of plants and conservation. We're constantly assessing and updating our plants and planting schemes to ensure there's always something new to excite and inspire. In particular, visit our Mixed Borders or Glasshouse Borders during summer and you'll be sure to get plenty of inspiration (and maybe a little envious). And a visit wouldn't be complete without stepping inside the spectacular Glasshouse, where you can take a journey around the world in plants. Our outstanding horticultural displays and advice service are backed by a world-class scientific research team who ensure everything we do is to the highest standards. We're the leaders in best practise horticulture. With all this knowledge and expertise under our belt, we're passionate about educating others. We welcome schools and community groups to learn about what we do in the new Centre for Horticultural Science & Learning building. Many people don't know that the RHS is a charity with the focus of spreading the word on the best in gardening with, for example, the Campaign for School Gardening and the annual Britain in Bloom. The recently opened Welcome Building incorporates both the RHS Wisley Shop and Plant Centre, and there are several food outlets around the garden.

What's On @ RHS Garden Wisley

RHS Garden Wisley visit

RHS Garden Wisley visit

5 Aug 2025 - 25 Sept 2025

Wow, brace yourself for an incredible journey at Wisley Gardens! With 240 acres of stunning flora to discover, you're in for a treat! Get ready to admire the breathtaking Jellicoe Canal, boasting a mesmerizing water lily collection. Don't miss the Bowes-Lyon Rose Garden, it's truly phenomenal. Be prepared to be blown away by the beauty of rhododendrons, camellias, magnolias, and hydrangeas at Battleston Hill. And the Glasshouse will leave you spellbound with its unique collection of exotic plants from around the globe! Are you ready to witness the best of nature? Wisley Gardens is waiting for you. Get your tickets now to RHS Garden Wisley!
Behind the scenes tour RHS Hilltop - the Home of Gardening Science.
Join a free behind this scenes tour, every Wednesday, to see the scientists at work and explore the many roles that make up the RHS Research and Collections teams. You will also learn about the building and the wonderful gardens surrounding it. Included in garden admission, but please book a place on the website.
Storytime in the Library

Storytime in the Library

11 Aug 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Join one of the Library team for a storytelling session for pre-school children in the Library at RHS Hilltop - The Home of Gardening Science on Monday mornings from 11–11:30am. Included in normal garden admission.
The Guess How Much I Love You Garden Adventure
A trail inspired by the book of the same name along with the seasonal collection I love you all year round. The trail contains a series of activities that encourage children to learn through play, using the senses and engaging with shapes and colours to explore the garden in a thoughtful and playful way. You’ll also be able to step into the book alongside Little Nutbrown Hare and Big Nutbrown Hare, replicating some key scenes from the original story.
Wisley Flower Show

Wisley Flower Show

2 Sept 2025 - 7 Sept 2025

Join us for a late-summer floral celebration with spectacular displays, specialist nurseries, inspirational expert talks and the chance to buy from a fantastic choice of exhibitors.
National Dahlia Society Show

National Dahlia Society Show

2 Sept 2025 - 7 Sept 2025

Join us in the National Dahlia Society Show’s marquee and delight in some of the many forms and colours of dahlias, with more than 100 competition classes to see.
Visitors Dahlia Competition

Visitors Dahlia Competition

6 Sept 2025 - 7 Sept 2025

Take part in the Visitors’ Dahlia Competition. Simply bring your dahlia stems to the National Dahlia Society Marquee before 1pm on Saturday 6 or Sunday 7 September 2025, and we will provide everything you need to stage your blooms. It’s fun to enter and you could win a prize!
On The Hedge

On The Hedge

6 Aug 2025 - 28 Sept 2025

This summer, RHS Garden Wisley’s Old Laboratory will host On The Hedge, a striking new photographic exhibition, curated by architectural photographer Gareth Gardner, that delves into our relationship with hedges and topiary. From their role in shaping our landscapes and homes to their environmental benefits, the exhibition offers a fresh perspective on these often-overlooked natural boundaries. More details can be found on the website. Included in normal garden admission.
Summer Holidays – The Great Woodland Adventure
Head into the woods for a summer full of adventure. Enjoy hands-on forest fun at the woodland basecamp with bushcraft survival skills and woodland crafts and explore the woods on a tree trail and scavenger hunt. Have a go at tree climbing and construct something extraordinary in the Big Den Build. Some activities need to be booked, so head to the website for all details.
Yoga Workshop Sundays

Yoga Workshop Sundays

10 Aug 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Wind down from the summer with our Yoga Workshop Sundays run by Flow Restore Yoga. Taking place in the Glasshouse after closing hours, within the beautiful surroundings of Wisley Gardens. It’s the perfect setting to relax and connect back to nature. All details on website.
Walkies at Wisley

Walkies at Wisley

17 Aug 2025 - 17 Aug 2025

Enjoy an evening stroll through the garden with your four-legged friend. Indulge your dog with a lick-smacking Scoop’s doggie ice cream, puppacino or dog biscuits. There are plenty of options for owners too. Pick up a drink or hot tasty treat from one of our food and drink trucks in the garden.
Walkies at Wisley

Walkies at Wisley

25 Aug 2025 - 25 Aug 2025

Enjoy the final evening stroll of the season through the garden with your four-legged friend. Indulge your dog with a lick-smacking Scoop’s doggie ice cream, puppacino or dog biscuits. There are plenty of options for owners too. Pick up a drink or hot tasty treat from one of our food and drink trucks in the garden.
Bonsai Show

Bonsai Show

20 Sept 2025 - 21 Sept 2025

Explore the theme of the 2025 Bonsai show at RHS Garden Wisley, ‘Autumn Bonsai’, where visitors can enjoy the beautiful autumn-themed bonsai displays and join talks and practical demonstrations about bonsai care. There will be advice, talks and demonstrations on growing, repotting and training your bonsai and creating your own accent pot. Plants and bonsai equipment will be available for sale as well as the wonderful handmade pots that are always hugely popular. Included in normal garden entry.
Photography Morning

Photography Morning

21 Sept 2025 - 21 Sept 2025

Get an early start for a photography morning session at RHS Garden Wisley, where you can enjoy the peaceful setting of the garden to capture perfect seasonal moments from 8am. Included in normal garden admission.
Guess How Much I Love You – Autumn Weekend
Explore the Guess How Much I Love You™ garden adventure trail and enjoy fun family days out at the garden. This weekend, join Little Nutbrown Hare and Big Nutbrown Hare for some additional garden activities as they get ready to celebrate the arrival of autumn. Hop along to the Hilltop Learning Studios and get involved in some arts and crafts or join our storytime at Hilltop Live. Included in normal garden admission.
Plot to Plate

Plot to Plate

8 Oct 2025 - 12 Oct 2025

Celebrate the journey from plot to plate at RHS Garden Wisley with a weekend of gardening inspiration, delicious food and live entertainment. Explore the World Food Garden on guided tours, pick up seedlings and expert tips at the mini plant nursery market and enjoy seasonal flavours at the vibrant food and drink market. Head to the cookery theatre for live demos and talks from chefs and gardening experts and relax with live music each afternoon in the Butterfly Pavilion. Included in normal garden admission.
Cyclamen Society Autumn Show

Cyclamen Society Autumn Show

18 Oct 2025 - 18 Oct 2025

Join us for an autumn show featuring the Cyclamen Society. Lovely displays and competition classes featuring rare and interesting autumn-flowering cyclamen. Plants and seeds for sale as well as books, photo displays, talks and friendly experts on hand to chat. Included in normal garden admission.
October Half Term fun: The Secret Life of Pumpkins
This October half term head to RHS Wisley for pumpkin-packed fun! Enjoy live carving demos, creepy crawlies, spooky secrets and autumnal games. Discover the Pumpkin Buffet and join a magical, hands-on Halloween adventure for the whole family! Included in normal garden admission.

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