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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

1 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

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!
Friday Library Talks

Friday Library Talks

3 Apr 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Book your free ticket for one of our regular Friday Library talks. Covering many, varied subjects, these short talks are a regular feature arranged by the library staff. Check the website for details and reserve a space. Included in normal garden admission.
Monday Storytime

Monday Storytime

6 Apr 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

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.
Wildlife Wonders: A Gardener’s Calendar
As part of the RHS ‘Bringing Nature Home’ initiative, this unique show invites visitors to discover how gardening calendars and almanacs have guided generations of gardeners, and how gardens, in turn, have become essential sanctuaries for wildlife. This latest exhibition in the Old Laboratory is included in normal garden admission.
Spring colour - Tulips

Spring colour - Tulips

1 Apr 2026 - 10 May 2026

The Wisley gardening teams have been busy planting more than one hundred thousand tulip bulbs in preparation for a breathtaking burst of spring colour. Vibrant displays of tulips transform the garden from March to May, in front of the Old Laboratory, along the Jellicoe Canal with bold hues, beautiful shapes and staggered flowering times. Included in normal garden admission during normal garden opening times.
Cactus and Succulent Society Show

Cactus and Succulent Society Show

25 Apr 2026 - 25 Apr 2026

Join us for a prickly extravaganza with the British Cactus and Succulent Society. Enjoy fascinating displays and talks as RHS Garden Wisley hosts a day of these popular plants. Visitors can also purchase plants from specialist nurseries and talk to the experts for help and advice. All details on our website. Included in general garden admission.
Spring Craft and Design Fair

Spring Craft and Design Fair

30 Apr 2026 - 4 May 2026

Purchase from a stunning treasure trove of original and affordable designs created by some of the finest craftsmen and artists in the UK, including textiles, paintings, furniture, metal, leather, ceramics, jewellery, glass, fashion and more. Live music, food and demonstrations happening all day. Included in normal garden admission. 10am (9am Sat & Sun) – 6pm (5pm Mon)
Walkies

Walkies

19 Apr 2026 - 24 Apr 2026

Explore the beautiful outdoor areas of RHS Garden Wisley with your four-legged friend. Walkies at RHS Wisley events are a fantastic opportunity for you and your dog to enjoy our world-famous garden in the evening.
Wind in the Willows Trail

Wind in the Willows Trail

1 Apr 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

Join the Wind in the Willows Trail celebrating the 95th anniversary of the much-loved EH Shepard illustrations of Kenneth Grahame’s book, published by Farshore, Harper Collins. This interactive trail is a celebration of nature, the great outdoors, and fun with friends encouraging children to explore and discover wildlife in our gardens, the perfect setting for the adventures of Mole, Ratty, Toad, and Badger. Included in normal garden admission.
Auricula and Primula Society Show

Auricula and Primula Society Show

2 May 2026 - 2 May 2026

Join the Auricula and Primula society to celebrate their 150th Anniversary. Enjoy displays of these wonderful multicoloured gems that are hardier and easier to grow than you might think. Discover how to grow them at home and learn the history of the 'auricula theatre'. Included in normal garden admission.
Photography Morning

Photography Morning

3 May 2026 - 3 May 2026

Visit the garden early to take stunning photographs when the garden is quieter. No need to book, but normal garden entry applies.
Walkies

Walkies

8 May 2026 - 31 May 2026

Explore the beautiful outdoor areas of RHS Garden Wisley with your four-legged friend. Walkies at RHS Wisley events are a fantastic opportunity for you and your dog to enjoy our world-famous garden in the evening. Members and dogs go free, non-members £9.90 and £5. Visitors can book in advance or pay on the day.
Half Term Family Fun – Game-a-thon

Half Term Family Fun – Game-a-thon

23 May 2026 - 1 Jun 2026

Join in our family fun games over half term. Challenge all the family to compete over traditional garden games and enjoy the fun. Included in normal garden admission – book in advance for the best price tickets.
Summer Show featuring Iris and Hosta Societies
Join two of our plant societies for this summer event for a show full of the wonderful colours of summer flowering iris and the beautiful foliage of hostas. Competitive iris classes, displays, plant sales, talks and demonstrations as well as the chance to chat with friendly experts for help and advice. Visit the 'slug stand' for all the latest on controlling slugs on your hostas. Included in normal garden admission.
Rhs Garden Wisley Dining Club

Rhs Garden Wisley Dining Club

2 Apr 2026 - 3 Dec 2026

Dining Club evenings, on the first Thursday of each month, comprise a five-course tasting menu, a welcome drink and canapés, all carefully crafted around a distinctive seasonal theme. Alongside exceptional food and drink, guests will discover practical inspiration to take home – from seasonal planting ideas to behind-the-scenes stories of how gardens can influence the plate. Book your table in the Food and Drink pages of the Wisley website
Rhs Spring Ornamental Plant Competitions
Celebrate spring at the RHS Spring competitions, with camellias, rhododendrons and spring ornamental plants, including magnolias, blossom and spring flowers. Entry is open to all, for further details please visit RHS Horticultural Competitions / RHS 11 April: 11.30am – 5pm 12 April: 9am – 4.30pm
Rhs Daffodil Show

Rhs Daffodil Show

14 Apr 2026 - 15 Apr 2026

Celebrate daffodils in all shapes and colours with over 100 classes covering miniatures to doubles. Entry is open to all, for further details please visit RHS Horticultural Competitions / RHS Included in garden admission

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