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Chelsea Flower Show Blooms with Royal Touches
18 May
Summary
- The prestigious horticultural event returns starting May 17, 2026.
- Daily comprehensive coverage airs on BBC One, BBC Two, and iPlayer.
- Celebrity interviews and Royal Family visits are featured.
The world-renowned RHS Chelsea Flower Show is set to return starting Sunday, May 17, 2026. Audiences across the UK will receive extensive daily access to this prestigious horticultural event through comprehensive coverage on BBC One, BBC Two, and BBC iPlayer.
The week's broadcasts will be led by a familiar team of BBC presenters and horticultural experts. Early coverage on Sunday, May 17, will feature a first look at the Show Gardens and Great Pavilion exhibits, including a special reveal of The RHS and The King's Foundation Curious Garden.
Daily programming from Monday, May 18, on BBC One Daytime will offer accessible tips for gardeners of all levels. These segments will focus on practical themes like enhancing visual appeal, supporting wildlife, and bringing holiday vibes to home gardens. A daily Chelsea Clinic will also address viewers' gardening questions.
Evening broadcasts on BBC Two will provide exclusive celebrity interviews, detailed coverage of the Royal Family's traditional visit, and in-depth features on plant specialisms and designers. The show culminates with the announcement of the RHS Chelsea Garden of the Year and the BBC RHS People's Choice Award.
