The tickets for the Chelsea Flower Show 2017 are now on sale, and people all over the country are getting theirs, since it is one of the most happening events that can’t be missed. If you don’t know what the event is about, you have come to the right place, because this article will give you all the important details that you need to know about the Chelsea Flower Show 2017:
Learning about the Chelsea Flower Show
The Chelsea Flower Show was known as the Great Spring Show and is organised by the Royal Horticulture Society in the grounds of the Royal Hospital that is located in Chelsea. The event is being held since 1912 and it is one of the biggest and most popular shows in the entire world.
History of the Show
The Great Spring Show used to be held in Kensington back in 1862. Before that, the show was held in Chiswick in 1833, but the location was changed because it was not easy for a large number of people to reach Chiswick. The location in Kensington held the Great Spring Show for nearly twenty six years, but the management of the Royal Horticulture Society moved the show to London at the Temple Gardens. In 1912, the Temple Show was cancelled for the Royal International Horticultural Exhibition and the flower show was moved to Chelsea.
Today, the Chelsea Flower Show is one of the most famous events in the world that is visited by more than 157,000 visitors each year, which is the reason why the tickets run out so fast. Due to the growing popularity, the days of the show were extended from four to five and are covered extensively by BBC.
Awards
There are four types of awards, gold, silver, silver gilt, as well as bronze that are given to all the winners in the following awards categories:
- Flora Gardens and floral exhibits
- Grenfell Exhibits of floral arrangements
- Hogg Exhibits of trees
- Knightian Exhibits of vegetables as well as herbs
- Lindley Exhibits that are educational as well as scientific in nature
Special Awards
Here is a list of special awards that are given to the winners:
- Best City Garden Award
- Best Courtyard Garden Award
- Best Show Garden Award
- Best Chic Garden Award
- Certificates for Junior displays
- RHS Floral Arrangement Trophies
- RHS Floristry Trophies
- RHS Junior Display Trophy
- RHS President’s Award
- RHS Sundries Bowl
- Show Certificates of merit
Show Dates in Recent Times
Here is the schedule of the shows for this and the coming years:
- 2017 show will be held from 23 till 27 May.
- 2018 show will be held from 22 till 26 May.
- 2019 show will be held from 21 till 25 May.
- 2020 show will be held from 19 till 23 May.
RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2017 Tickets
The price of the ticket ranges from £35.00 to £63.00. These tickets will allow a person to have an all day access and the price is expected to increase in April. It is important to know that the tickets for the 23rd and the 24th of May are especially for the members of the Royal Horticulture Society. One person is not allowed to purchase more than 4 tickets and once bought, the tickets are non-transferable. Also, as per the rules, children under the age of 5 are not allowed within the premises. Here is the schedule of the tickets:
- Tue 23 May 2017 at08:00- All Day
- Tue 23 May 2017 at 15:30- Afternoon
- Tue 23 May 2017 at 17:30- Late Afternoon
- Wed 24 May 2017 at 08:00- All Day
- Wed 24 May 2017 at 15:30- Afternoon
- Wed 24 May 2017 at 17:30- Late Afternoon
- Thu 25 May 2017 at 08:00- All Day
- Thu 25 May 2017 at 5:30- Afternoon
- Thu 25 May 2017 at 17:30- Late Afternoon
- Fri 26 May 2017at 08:00- All Day
- Fri 26 May 2017at 15:30- Afternoon
- Fri 2 6 May 2017 at 17:30- Late Afternoon
- Sat 27 May 2017 at 08:00- All Day
The tickets are non-refundable but can be changed for another day, depending on the availability. The management also accepts back tickets for resale but a fee of £5 fee is applicable in both the cases.
Tips for Attending the Event
Here are some of the tips that will help you make the most out of your day:
- Get the tickets right away since they run out too fast.
- Make sure that you wear boots because you will be walking a lot.
- Do not carry a heavy bag because that will result in muscle fatigue since you will be walking all day.
- Make sure that you check out the weather report before setting out so that you can dress accordingly.
- Pack yourself snacks and drink since there is a separate area where you are allowed to eat. You can take refreshment breaks during peak hours so that you can avoid queuing.
- Children under the age of five are not allowed within the premises.
- The catalogue will help you in getting all the information that you need, so make sure that you buy one.
- If you want to avoid the crowds and enjoy the show, go there at 8 pm because that is when the gates open.
- There is a plant sale at the end of the show, so you can grab some really good things then.
In conclusion, here are all the details about the Chelsea Flower Show. Make sure you grab your tickets as soon as possible before they run out.