BBC Ground Force star Charlie Dimmock to headline this year's Chorley Flower Show - here's when
Celebrity gardener Charlie Dimmock has been announced as the headline guest at this year’s Chorley Flower Show.
The popular event returns to Astley Park from Friday, July 31 to Sunday, August 2, 2026, offering an exciting programme of activity including special guests.
BBC star Charlie - best known for her appearances on Ground Force and Charlie and Garden Rescue will be at the show on Saturday, August 1. Visitors can look forward to inspiring talks from Charlie, along with the chance to meet her.
Crowd favourites Jonathan Moseley, Martin Fish and Jill Fish will also return to the show for 2026, sharing their top tips and delivering hands on demonstrations at The Potting Shed Garden Theatre throughout all three days of the show.
Deputy Leader of Chorley Council, Councillor Peter Wilson said: “We’re delighted to be welcoming special guests from the world of gardening, along with an outstanding lineup of attractions at this year’s Chorley Flower Show.
“Whether you’re a gardening enthusiast, a flower fanatic, or want a great, entertaining day or weekend out, get your early bird tickets for Chorley Flower Show.”
What to expect
In addition to special guests at this year’s Chorley Flower Show, visitors can expect spectacular show gardens and floral displays, competitions, workshops, horticultural and lifestyle stalls but the show goes way beyond horticulture, with an array of food and drink and an outstanding range of entertainment for all the family to enjoy.
Tickets
Tickets are now on sale at the discounted early bird price and also include entry to the Grade I listed Astley Hall, which provides a backdrop for the show in its eleventh year.
Early bird tickets are now available for £15 for a day ticket, £25 for a three-day ticket (plus booking fee when purchasing online). Children under the age of 16 go free (when accompanied by a responsible adult with a paid for ticket).
Tickets can be purchased at chorleyflowershow.com or from the Astley Hall Gift Shop (opening hours can be found at astleypark.co.uk/hall). Tickets will be full price from Wednesday 1 July 2026.
Discounted tickets are also available online for groups of 16 or more when booking together. Group travel operators wishing to arrange coach trips to the show should email [email protected]
For more information visit chorleyflowershow.com, or follow Chorley Flower Show on Facebook or Instagram.
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