# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Autumn Plant and Gardening Fair
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 10:30 am – Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Packed with inspiration and ideas for the late summer planting we will be hosting Forde Abbey’s Plant and Gardening Fair on Saturday 5th September.

We have some fantastic specialist nurseries from the Southwest selling plants and excellent craftsmen with brilliant and beautiful gardening sundries. Many of our plant stalls are back by popular demand, but there will also be some new ones this year.

The growers are happy to chat about their plants and to offer their expertise. Do come along to see what you can add to your own garden for a splash of colour this autumn or just admire the beautiful plants on show!

The Plant Fair takes place at the beginning of our popular Dahlia display, a lovely time to see the garden transforming into its autumn colours and bursting herbaceous borders. The Abbot's Table Cafe will be open throughout the day serving lunch, brunch, cakes and bakes with hot and cold drinks. Our award winning Gift Shop with some fantastic souvenirs will also be open, Eeles Pottery will be selling and showcasing some beautiful pottery too.

Our in house Plant Nursery is also open from 10.00am – 3.00pm and it is fully stocked with Dahlias and a diverse range of herbaceous perennials, many rare and unusual. All the plants in our nursery are grown at the Abbey.

A reduced entry fee of £7.50 to the Plant & Gardening Fair, including admission to Forde Abbey’s thirty acre gardens.


Last Entry to the gardens at 3:00pm.
Parking is free. 

(The admission fee applies to all visitors including children over 15yrs)

Free Entry to Forde Abbey and Historic House Members.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chard/autumn-plant-and-gardening-fair/200030537489332
- **Event Categories**: brunch
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 75

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Chard
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Forde Abbey and Gardens, TA20 4LU Chard, United Kingdom
- **lat**: 50.84296
- **long**: -2.9111
- **full address**: Forde Abbey and Gardens, TA20 4LU Chard, United Kingdom, Chard, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Autumn Plant and Gardening Fair being held?
  - **A:** Autumn Plant and Gardening Fair takes place on Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 10:30 am to Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Forde Abbey and Gardens, TA20 4LU Chard, United Kingdom, Chard, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Autumn Plant and Gardening Fair?
  - **A:** Autumn Plant and Gardening Fair is organized by Forde Abbey and Gardens.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Autumn Plant and Gardening Fair is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chard, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 70+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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