Christmas with the RHS

’Tis the season for enchanting seasonal walks, spectacular light displays, and warming treats for all the family – here are some unmissable 2024 RHS festivities, events and activities not to be missed this winter

Our top festive pick – RHS Glow 2024

Bundle up and enjoy a magical winter evening stroll along our RHS Glow trails

Visitors enjoying light display
Visitors enjoying glowing light display after dark

Get ready to let it Glow!

RHS Gardens – Wisley in Surrey, Rosemoor in Devon, Harlow Carr in North Yorkshire, Hyde Hall in Essex, and Bridgewater in Greater Manchester – are turning into magical wonderlands with RHS Glow 2024. Wander through a dazzling after-dark spectacle of winter illuminations where each garden shines with enchanting trails and brilliant lights displays. It’s the perfect way to get into the festive spirit and make your evenings sparkle.

Festive events and days out at the RHS

Take time out to visit your local RHS Garden or RHS Partner Garden. It’s a wonderful way to re-energise and refresh, and as winter transforms the landscape, our gardens will truly inspire you with seasonal ideas

Discover Christmas gifts and decorations

Christmas shopping is a breeze with our essential selection of gifts, cards, tasty treats, decorations and seasonal plants for family, friends and children – all available from RHS Garden Centres and online at RHS Plants

Ultimate gifts that grow all year

Give the perfect gift that keeps on giving – ideal for every occasion and every season

Membership pack
Discover everything included in an RHS Gift membership pack

Save £15 on RHS Gift Membership

The perfect gift for year-round inspiration. Enjoy stunning garden visits, discounted RHS Show tickets, free expert gardening advice and more. Your gift will arrive in a beautiful pack, including; a £5 voucher to spend at an RHS Garden, a plant planner, a copy of The Garden magazine and two packs of seeds. Each RHS Gift Membership will require activation.

Please note: Overseas purchases not available for gift membership. Gift recipient must be a UK resident.

Winter in your garden

Make the most of the quieter winter months to stay on top of garden tasks. Brave the chill to prepare for the year ahead. A little planting now will ensure colourful early spring displays

Frosty stems
Frosty stems in a border during the winter months

Jobs to do in the cold months

Check our gardeners’ calendar of month-by-month jobs through late autumn and winter. From clearing up fallen leaves to protecting shrubs and bulb planting, we’ve got expert advice and videos on what to do and when.

Care for your winter plants (inside and out)

Have a green Christmas

If you’re looking for low-cost, sustainable activities that the whole family can get involved with, including some free options, take a look at our range of seasonal ideas to try at home

Fun festive activities for kids

Get involved

The Royal Horticultural Society is the UK’s leading gardening charity. We aim to enrich everyone’s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place.