Make the most of your day at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show

• The Show Guide is available to buy with your ticket and will be delivered before the Show, so you can familiarise yourself with what you want to see, where everything is and plan a route and itinerary. This should ensure you allow yourself enough time to see everything.  Overseas visitors can collect the Guide at the Show.
• RHS Chelsea is a hugely popular event and can get busy, so it’s worth considering going around the Gardens at quieter times, such as after 3pm, if you want to avoid peak crowds.
• Saturday tends to be the busiest day, and if you are an RHS Member, Tuesday and Wednesday are reserved for Members.

There’s no dress code at RHS Chelsea, but it’s a great opportunity to show off your summer wardrobe. However, keep in mind these tips from RHS Chelsea Show Manager Gemma Lake for a stylish, but comfortable day.
 

• Wear sturdy shoes. There can be a lot of walking around the Show and to or from public transport.
• Prepare for the weather – both sunshine and rain. A light waterproof is easier to manage than an umbrella if it rains and layers are easier to peel off and carry when the sun comes out.
• Take sunglasses, for both the look and the glare protection.

• Before, or after the Show, take a look around Chelsea in Bloom which runs at the same time. The floral creations are quite remarkable and really add to the day.
• Remember to book early – catering, hotel packages and Show tickets sell fast, so plan ahead. RHS Members get the chance to buy tickets before everyone else, plus they get a discount.
• RHS Chelsea Flower Show runs for more than just one day. Watch BBC Coverage, keep up with Show news updates, and don’t forget to have your say in the People’s Choice Vote.

• As well as the Show Guide, there is lots more information on everything at the Show on the RHS website. Take a look at the Gardens plant lists and discover more about the designers and the messages behind the Gardens. There are comprehensive exhibitor listings and information about food and drink – including menus.
• There is a lot more planned for the Show which has yet to be confirmed, so check back on the website in the run up to the 2025 Show for the latest news.
• The RHS Grow app is a great resource for making lists of plants from the Show along with lots of exculsive content.