# Event Details

- **Event Name**: An Evening with David Austin Roses
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 pm
- **Event Description**: An Evening with David Austin Roses

Thursday 16th July | 6pm

Join us for a wonderful summer evening in our Café and Garden Centre with the renowned David Austin Roses expert for an inspiring and informative rose growing event, perfect for gardeners of all experience levels.

Enjoy an engaging 1 hour 15 minute talk from the expert at David Austin Roses, covering everything you need to know to create beautiful, flourishing displays at home, including:

The breeding and history of David Austin Roses
Key rose varieties
Shrub, climbing and rambling roses
New introductions
Planting roses in pots
Compost recommendations
Basic pruning advice
Rose food and mycorrhizal fungi
Growing roses for cut flowers
 

The evening will also include additional inspiration and advice designed to help you get the very best from your garden, including:

Companion planting ideas
Planting in groups for impact
Recommended tools for the job
Further guidance on pots, compost and feeding
Following the talk, there will be time to browse some of the beautiful David Austin Roses, with the team on hand to answer questions, offer personalised recommendations and help you choose the perfect roses and companion plants for your garden. There will also be the opportunity to purchase roses, companion plants and gardening essentials on the evening.

Each attendee will also receive a complimentary David Austin Roses leaflet and handbook to take home, packed with helpful advice, inspiration and expert guidance to continue your rose growing journey long after the event.

 

BBQ Supper Included...

Your evening also includes a delicious served BBQ menu featuring:

Bratwurst sausages with caramelised onions
6oz beef burgers
Tandoori chicken thighs
Salmon fennel parcels
Vegetable & tofu kebabs
Mini jacket potatoes with cream cheese
Accompanied by a selection of fresh salads and sides, including:

Sliced tomatoes
Baby gem salad
Classic coleslaw
Mediterranean vegetable pasta salad
Apple Waldorf salad
Served with pretzel hotdog buns, floured baps and a selection of relishes and pickles.

To finish, enjoy a selection of desserts:

Victoria sponge
Lemon tart
Chocolate brownie
Fresh fruit salad
Wine for the Evening

We are also delighted to be partnering with Wine Chateau for the evening's wine selection.

Wine Chateau is a specialised importer and supplier of Moldovan wines in the UK — a family business passionately run by owners Constantin and Cristina, who share a deep appreciation for Moldovan wine culture and the principles of responsible drinking.

Whether you are an experienced rose enthusiast or simply looking for inspiration for your garden this summer, this promises to be a relaxed, informative and enjoyable evening.

Here's the itinerary for the evening…

5:30 PM Guests arrival

6:00 PM David Austin Talks

7:30 PM Dinner is served

All evening, additional drinks and alcohol will be available for purchase

Please note that tables will be allocated per booking so if you have a number of people in your group you will need to book at the same time or alternatively let us know by emailing marketing@bellplantation.co.uk before Monday 13th July so your table can be allocated seated together.

The served BBQ caters for vegetarian but please let us know on your booking if anyone in your booking has any other dietary requirements or allergies that we should be aware of.

Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/towcester/an-evening-with-david-austin-roses/200030242236243
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Towcester
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: The Bell Plantation, Watling Street, Nn12 6gx Towcester, United Kingdom
- **lat**: 52.1411
- **long**: -0.99763
- **full address**: The Bell Plantation, Watling Street, Nn12 6gx Towcester, United Kingdom, Towcester, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is An Evening with David Austin Roses being held?
  - **A:** An Evening with David Austin Roses takes place on Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 pm at The Bell Plantation, Watling Street, Nn12 6gx Towcester, United Kingdom, Towcester, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing An Evening with David Austin Roses?
  - **A:** An Evening with David Austin Roses is organized by Bell Plantation Garden Centre & Cafe.

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