RHS Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2025

Each year the AGM enables RHS members to find out what has been achieved over the past year and to have a say in future developments

About the RHS Annual General Meeting

The 2025 RHS Annual General Meeting (AGM) took place at RHS Rosemoor, Devon on Tuesday 8 July 2025 with all RHS Members welcome to attend. Ahead of the meeting, members were invited to confirm their attendance and reserve a place on one of the three guided tours, which started at 12.30pm and featured The Formal Gardens (Winter Garden and Rose Gardens), Edibles and Orchards, and Lady Anne’s Garden.

The Notice of the AGM detailed all AGM business, including the election of the RHS President, Treasurer and members to RHS Council. A copy of the Notice and information on candidates and their statements is available by emailing agm@rhs.org.uk. Results from the AGM on those standing for election can be found on the RHS Elections page.

Please note: The AGM was recorded live. For those unable to attend, this will be available to watch soon.

Topics to be discussed in 2025

  • Updates: Reports from RHS President, Keith Weed, Treasurer, Matthew Lindsey-Clark and Director General, Clare Matterson
  • Review: A look back at performance in 2024 and 2025 so far, as well as a look at plans for the year ahead
  • Highlights: From RHS Gardens, RHS Shows and from communities, science and education
  • Q&A: Opportunity to put questions to the Leadership Team

RHS Annual Report 2024–2025

What’s in the report?

Review the RHS Annual Report and Financial Statements 2024–2025 for a snapshot into performance, financial results, and strategic goals.

There’s also the chance to explore key highlights from the year – reflecting on 2024’s defining moments, looking ahead to future priorities, and celebrating achievements across the organisation.

Visitors at RHS Bridgewater
Mother and daughter enjoying RHS Bridgewater in summer

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RHS Council elections process

RHS Council members
RHS Council and RHS members at RHS Annual General Meeting 2024

The RHS Governance and People Committee leads the annual election process to the RHS Council. The Committee reviews the applications of all nominees who apply to stand with the support of the RHS Council and interviews a shortlist of candidates. Following a skills audit of current trustees, the Committee considers the skills and experience required and makes recommendations for selected candidates for election to the RHS Council.

View the results of the candidates elected to RHS Council at the 2025 AGM.

Watch a recording of the 2024 RHS AGM

Additional resources

Have a question?

If you would like to request an alternative format of the Notice or have any other AGM-related enquiries, please email us at agm@rhs.org.uk, write to us at 80 Vincent Square, London, SW1P 2PE or call the AGM Helpline on 020 7821 3194.

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