Episode 656: Highlights From the Gardener’s World Spring Fair

Episode 656: Highlights From the Gardener’s World Spring Fair

From The Veg Grower Podcast by Richard

May 4, 2026 · 33 min

About this episode

Richard shares highlights from his visit to the Gardener’s World Spring Fair, emphasizing community and gardening joy.

This week has been a little different here at the Veg Grower Podcast. While the allotment and kitchen garden have mostly seen me planting out the last of the season’s young plants, the real highlight has been my annual trip to the Gardener’s World Spring Fair at Beaulieu. It’s a show I look forward to every single year, and once again it didn’t disappoint. From catching up with friends like Aid Sellers and Lucy Chamberlain to exploring the inspiring show gardens and stalls, it was a day packed with ideas, conversations, and a good dose of gardening joy. Here’s what I’ve been up to. Catching Up With Friends at the Show One of the things I love most about these events is the people. Gardeners often work alone in their plots, but shows like this remind us that we’re part of a huge, enthusiastic community. I caught up with Ade Sellers, who was hosting the “In Conversation With” stage. Aid spoke passionately about the joy of seeing audiences engage with speakers — from seasoned growers to complete beginners. He described those moments when someone hears a single nugget of advice and you can almost see the lightbulb switch on. That’s what these shows are all about. Later, I met up with…

People in this episode

Host: Richard

Topics covered

  • gardening
  • community
  • events
  • show gardens
  • planting

Keywords

  • Gardener’s World Spring Fair
  • Beaulieu
  • gardening community
  • show gardens
  • planting

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Gardener’s World Spring Fair

Places: Beaulieu

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