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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260411
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SUMMARY:Orchid Society of Great Britain Spring Orchid Show
DESCRIPTION:More information to follow
URL:https://britishorchidcouncil.org.uk/event/orchid-society-of-great-britain-spring-orchid-show/
LOCATION:Squire’s Garden Centre\, Halliford Road\, Shepperton\, Middlesex\, TW17 8SG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Featured,Orchid Show
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Orchid Society of Great Britain":MAILTO:secretary@osgb.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260209T180443Z
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UID:2230-1775901600-1775919600@britishorchidcouncil.org.uk
SUMMARY:Laurence Hobbs Orchid Nursery Open Day
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 11th April 2026 10:00am to 3:00pm.\nOrchids are ideal for for both plant enthusiasts and beginners alike\, making them ideal presents for birthdays and special events. The nursery is able to offer a range of flowering plants\, both species and hybrids. \nDiscounts will apply for most purchases on the day and gift vouchers are also available. For plant availability\, please call or send an email and be sure to include your telephone number so that Laurence can get back in touch.direct.
URL:https://britishorchidcouncil.org.uk/event/laurence-hobbs-orchid-nursery-open-day/
LOCATION:Bailiff’s Cottage Nursery\, Hophurst Lane\, Crawley Down\, Sussex\, RH10 4LN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Featured,Open Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laurence Hobbs Orchids Ltd":MAILTO:lhorchids1@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260412T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260216T181306Z
CREATED:20260212T215742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T181306Z
UID:2258-1775988000-1776009600@britishorchidcouncil.org.uk
SUMMARY:Hinckley & District Orchid Society Spring Show
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Magic of Orchids at the Hinckley & District Orchid Society Spring Show\nLooking for a colourful\, uplifting day out? Join us at the Hinckley & District Orchid Society’s annual orchid show and step into a world filled with extraordinary blooms\, expert displays\, and friendly faces. \nVisitors can enjoy stunning exhibits created by passionate growers\, browse a wide range of orchids and accessories from specialist traders\, and pick up tips to help your own plants flourish. Refreshments will be available throughout the day\, making it a relaxed and enjoyable outing for all ages. \nAccompanied children receive free entry\, and there’s a large car park on site\, so your visit is easy from the moment you arrive.
URL:https://britishorchidcouncil.org.uk/event/hinckley-district-orchid-society-spring-show/
LOCATION:Millennium Hall\, Britannia Road\, Burbage\, Hinckley\, Leicestershire\, LE10 2HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Featured,Orchid Show
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260412T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260312T182146Z
CREATED:20251016T121300Z
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UID:1286-1775997000-1776009600@britishorchidcouncil.org.uk
SUMMARY:Cheltenham & District Orchid Society at the Cheltenham Horticultural Society Spring Show
DESCRIPTION:Cheltenham & District Orchid Society will be hosting an information stand at the Cheltenham Horticultural Society Spring Show\, offering visitors the chance to explore the fascinating world of orchids. Friendly and knowledgeable members will be available throughout the day to answer questions\, share practical advice on caring for orchids\, and demonstrate simple techniques such as repotting. Orchids are often easier to grow than many people think\, and this is a great opportunity to pick up expert tips. A selection of orchids\, along with orchid compost\, will also be available to purchase. \nAlongside the orchid stand\, visitors can enjoy a wide range of flowers and plants from local nurseries\, as well as browse an assortment of stalls selling garden tools\, books\, cakes\, jewellery\, photographic prints\, cards\, and locally made jams\, chutneys\, and honey. With free entry for children under 16\, a tombola with prizes to be won\, refreshments on offer\, and free parking\, the show promises a fun and relaxed day out for all ages. \nFurther details about the Spring Show can be found on the organiser’s website (see below)\, and for more information about the Cheltenham & District Orchid Society\, please visit www.cheltenhamorchids.org.
URL:https://britishorchidcouncil.org.uk/event/cheltenham-district-orchid-society-at-the-cheltenham-horticultural-society-spring-flower-show/
LOCATION:Pittville School\, Albert Road\, Cheltenham\, Gloucestershire\, GL52 3JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Featured,Flower Show
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T123000
DTSTAMP:20251231T142324Z
CREATED:20251201T222302Z
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UID:1407-1776508200-1776515400@britishorchidcouncil.org.uk
SUMMARY:The Mathers Foundation Guided Tour
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nExplore behind the scenes at The Mathers Foundation orchid nursery in Pulborough\, West Sussex\, with an exclusive personal tour by a leading orchid expert\, During these popular tours you will see all six National Collections including Oncidiums. Pleiones\, Stanhopeas\, Masdevallias\, Anguloas and Cymbidiums together with Bulbophyllums and African Orchids and get insights into how they are grown. \nThe event is strictly by ticket due to the size of the nursery and these can be purchased via Eventbrite by following the link below. \nTicket Prices\nStandard Admission: £16.96 incl. £1.96 Fee.UK Orchid Society Member: £11.55 incl. £1.55 Fee. Click here to find your local society.Plant Heritage Member: £11.55 incl. £1.55 Fee. For more information on Plant Heritage click here.Student or Under 25: Free\, \nThere will be refreshments and orchids for sale. All funds help to support our conservation work in the UK and an Orchid Reserve in Colombia run by the Colombian Orchid Society \nIf you need further information about the location before booking do contact gill@orchid.foundation \n			\n				Book Here\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Follow\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Follow\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				All photographs © The Mathers Foundation
URL:https://britishorchidcouncil.org.uk/event/the-mathers-foundation-guided-tour-4/
LOCATION:Mathers Foundation\, Pulborough\, West Sussex
CATEGORIES:Featured,Open Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathers Foundation":MAILTO:gill@orchid.foundation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T160000
DTSTAMP:20260206T184717Z
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UID:2197-1776520800-1776528000@britishorchidcouncil.org.uk
SUMMARY:Oncidium Masterclass at The Mathers Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nLearn the secrets of growing ‘cool-growing’ Oncidiums \, with an exclusive workshop by the expert grower\, Jim Durrant.\n\n\n\n\n\nThis new exclusive event has been organised to offer a small group an opportunity to learn the secrets to successfully grow Oncidium orchids. The event will be on site at The Mathers Foundation nursery in our new learning space ‘The Orchid Pod’ and will start with light refreshments. \nDuring the masterclass you will learn: \n\nEssentials to successfully nurture your Oncidiums including compost/heating/lighting/watering and fertiliser;\nCommon pests/diseases and how to ensure your Oncidium thrives;\nDemonstration of potting on and also dividing Oncidiums;\nHow to stake and present Oncidiums for show;\nWhat to look for when propagating – essentials needed to make a successful hybrid;\nDemonstration of pollination and then of deflasking seedlings.\n\nLocated in Pulborough\, West Sussex\, The Mathers Foundation was established in 2019 to preserve and develop substantial collections of orchid species and hybrids\, supporting both ex situ and in situ conservation. It currently holds six National Plant Collections – Oncidiums\, Pleiones\, Stanhopeas\, Anguloas\, Masdevallias and Cymbidiums. \nThe Mathers Foundation is a not-for-profit charity and all tour proceeds are reinvested to support our conservation work both in the UK and overseas. \nParking is available on site and details of how to reach the nursery will be forwarded on booking. The nursery is close to Pulborough station which is the closest station by public transport. Taxis should be booked in advance to get to the nursery. If you need more information on location before booking please email: gill@orchid.foundation. \nDue to the size of the glasshouses masterclass tickets are limited to 12 people and entrance is by ticketholders only. The event may be filmed and photographs may also be taken which may be used for marketing. If you prefer not to be included in the filming or photographs please let us know. \n\n\n\n\n\nTicket Prices\nStandard Admission: £81.96 incl. £6.96 Fee.UK Orchid Society Member: £54.88 incl. £4.88 Fee. If you are not a member of an orchid society click here to find your local one.Student or Under 25: £44.04 incl. £4.04 Fee.Friends of The Mathers Foundation: Free\, \n  \n			\n				Book Here\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Follow\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Follow\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				All photographs © The Mathers Foundation
URL:https://britishorchidcouncil.org.uk/event/oncidium-masterclass-at-the-mathers-foundation/
LOCATION:Mathers Foundation\, Pulborough\, West Sussex
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathers Foundation":MAILTO:gill@orchid.foundation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260425T110000
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DTSTAMP:20251104T204700Z
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UID:1293-1777114800-1777132800@britishorchidcouncil.org.uk
SUMMARY:Cornwall Orchid Society Annual Show
DESCRIPTION:More details to follow
URL:https://britishorchidcouncil.org.uk/event/cornwall-orchid-society-annual-show/
LOCATION:Chacewater Village Hall\, The Square\, Chacewater\, Truro\, Cornwall\, TR4 8PY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Featured,Orchid Show
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260426T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260206T173720Z
CREATED:20251231T152936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T173720Z
UID:1687-1777197600-1777219200@britishorchidcouncil.org.uk
SUMMARY:British Orchid Council Judging Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The British Orchid Council (BOC) runs the National training scheme for orchid judges and arranges Judging Symposiums (usually two times a year) at orchid shows and other events at different venues throughout the UK. These are aimed at Trainee Judges to allow them to view as wide a selection of orchids as possible and to learn to judge plants for themselves. The training programme applies and teaches the rules in developing orchid judges to international accepted standards of accreditation. After a period of time and subject to achieving the overall pass mark\, a Trainee may be deemed to have become a qualified BOC Orchid Judge and is able to judge at events worldwide. After qualifying judges are encouraged to attend symposiums in order to maintain their skills levels.
URL:https://britishorchidcouncil.org.uk/event/british-orchid-council-judging-symposium-2/
LOCATION:South Muskham Village Hall\, Main Street\, South Muskham\, Newark\, Nottinghamshire\, NG23 6EE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Featured,Judging Symposium
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jean & Chris Barker":MAILTO:cjbandjb@ntlworld.com
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