Sloane Square station is just ten minutes walk to the Hospital and there are numerous bus services into the area. There will also be a special bus service running every day between Victoria Station (mainline trains) and the showground from 07:00 to 20:00. If you are travelling by car, there is limited car parking available in Battersea Park which is approximately twenty five minutes walk away.
Nearby to the show is a wealth of attractions such as the grand Kensington museums, Knightsbridge Boutiques and just five or ten minutes further the London Eye at Waterloo.
Hosted by the Royal Horticultural Society since 1862, this flower, plant and garden show was originally named the Royal Horticultural Society's Spring Show, held in neighbouring district Kensington. It then moved to the grounds of the Royal Chelsea Hospital in 1913, renamed the Chelsea Flower Show and it has been held here ever since. Approximately 157,000 people visit the 5 day show every year - however the first 2 days are solely for members of the Royal Horticultural Society.
Around six hundred international and domestic exhibitors from countries such as France, Italy, Australia, America and India, display their work every year at Chelsea. Garden designers use the five days to showcase their creativity and flair for design - and only the best of the best are chosen to exhibit their spectacular creations. From rural courtyard gardens to specifically designed city and urban gardens, the expertise on show at this world famous event is the finest in the world, providing inspiration for home owners and horticulturalists alike.
The Great Pavilion is the centre stage and it is truly amazing. Over 100 leading nurseries and floral exhibitors present their work in this giant space. Displays and patterns have been prepared for months in advance. The latest gardening equipment, accessories and products will be available to purchase, there will be flower arranging demonstrations in the Floristry Marquee and the Lifelong Learning displays provide a wealth of information for those wanting to learn more about the science of horticulture.
Tickets for the Chelsea Flower Show must be purchased in advance and public ticket prices for Thursday, Friday and Saturday attendance start from £17 pounds. The flower show opens daily at 08:00, closing at 20:00 (Saturday at 17:30). The sale of display plants and show peices begins at 16:00 on the Saturday. Children under five years old are not permitted.
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