Meet the Maker - Woodpecker Joinery
Highgrove Gardens is delighted to unveil its new shop at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026, created by the skilled craftspeople at Woodpecker Joinery.
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Emma Stothard - Willow Sculptures
on Apr 06 2022
Emma Stothard is a Yorkshire based willow and wire sculpturer. Inspired by the creatures of the North York Moors around Whitby, where she resides, Emma mainly creates sculptures of wild and domestic animals and birds.
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The Things Tae Dae - Volunteers Wanted
on Apr 04 2022
The King's Foundation would like to invite local green-fingered enthusiasts to play their part in caring for our greenspace as they roll out their established garden volunteering programme.
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It's Up To Us: A Children's Terra Carta For Nature, People And Planet
on Mar 02 2022
'Children have a unique curiosity for Nature and for this amazing planet we call home.' So writes His Majesty King Charles III (Then HRH The Prince of Wales) in his introduction to "Its Up to Us Book" It's Up to Us: A Children's Terra Carta for Nature, People and Planet.
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Platinum Jubilee: Commemorating a historic occasion
on Mar 01 2022
A year-long Platinum Jubilee celebration will mark the Queen's historic reign in the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth, and across the world.
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Alison Gardiner Designs - Illustrative Home and Kitchenware
on Mar 01 2022
Alison Gardiner is an illustrator based in the heart of Southsea. She trained in textile design at West Surrey College of Art and Design, but her first foray into illustration was as a greeting card designer.
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Springing into the new season – Spring Walks 2022
on Feb 16 2022
It may not feel like it, but it won’t be long until we’re turning our backs on winter and embracing the warmth and colours of spring. Join us for a refreshing Spring Walk to blow away the winter cobwebs and soak up the beauty of an array of glorious flowers at Highgrove Gardens.
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on Jan 31 2022
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner continuing the centuries-old association with love. With the early traditions dating back to AD496, the day celebrates the legend of St Valentine who is believed to have been a priest who married young couples against the wishes of the Roman Emperor. While the modern Valentine’s Day is much more about love and romance than martyrdom, there are still some elements which stem from historical traditions.
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The Golden Butterfly: A Masterclass in Goldwork with Laura Baverstock
on Dec 03 2021
Hand embroidery specialist Laura Baverstock is set to host a two-day masterclass at Highgrove estate in partnership with The King’s Foundation on Wednesday, December 8th and Thursday, December 9th 2021.
Goldwork is the art of embroidery worked in gold, silver, or gilt-metal threads and wires. The technique dates back at least 2,000 years and has been found throughout ancient civilisations across the globe.
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Sally Kelly - Miriam Collection
on Sep 17 2021
Print designer Sally Kelly has created an exclusive illustration for Highgrove, inspired by the colours and myriad of flowers in the Meadow.
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The King's Foundation presents Florilegium
on Aug 17 2021
The King’s Foundation presents Florilegium: An Exhibition at The Garrison Chapel, Chelsea Barracks, depicting the flora of the Highgrove Gardens.
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Biscuiteers - Highgrove Biscuit Gifts
on Jul 26 2021
The original hand-iced British biscuit company – Biscuiteers – has been selling beautiful, luxury iced biscuits since 2007.
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on Jun 25 2021
My Garden Spade is a family run heritage company manufacturing traditional garden tools based in Marlborough, Wiltshire.
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The King’s Foundation announces a new training and education base on The Highgrove Estate
on Apr 27 2021
The King’s Foundation has announced plans to create a new training and education base at His Majesty King Charles III's Highgrove Estate in Gloucestershire.
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on Jan 18 2021
Shrove Tuesday is traditionally the day where you clear your cupboards of eggs and fat before the start of Lent in the run-up to Easter Sunday.
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Sally Kelly - Blossom collection
on Sep 17 2020
Print designer Sally Kelly, has created an exclusive illustration for our new Blossom collection that captures the Gardens blooming into life.
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The Arboretum: More than the trees
on Mar 10 2020
One of the most spectacular areas of Highgrove Gardens is the Arboretum. Typically, arboretums are large gardens where many types of trees are grown to be admired and studied for scientific purposes. This is true of Highgrove Gardens, but there is so much more to see in the Arboretum than just the trees.
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Eyes on the Pies – British Pie Week 2020
on Mar 05 2020
A classic picnic staple, the pie has come a long way over the centuries to become the celebrated pastry feast we now enjoy.
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on Feb 14 2020
Bulbs, plants and shrubs are no longer bound to the outdoors and with houseplants a growing horticultural trend, we have compiled a list of the best outdoor plants which work well indoors.
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on Jan 24 2020
It’s time to raise a glass and celebrate the life and works of famed Scottish poet Robert Burns.
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Celebrate the new horticultural season – Talking Gardens 2020
on Jan 20 2020
Between 22nd and 26th April 2020, Highgrove will be celebrating the wonder of gardening with some of the nation’s favourite horticulturalists at ‘Talking Gardens’. This five-day event promises to inspire and educate all that attend in the beautiful surrounds of Highgrove Gardens.
