GORING GARDENING SOCIETY
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
All shows and meetings are held at St. Mary's Hall, Goring by Sea, BN12 4UZ
All shows start at 2.00 pm and all meetings start at 7.30 pm
(except for January and February's meetings that start at 2.00 pm)
Saturday 30thAugust
AUTUMN FLOWER SHOW 2pm to 4pm
Thursday 2nd October
MATTHEW PHELPS - KNEPP CASTLE ESTATE
An interesting talk with Matthew giving us an insight of the Estates operations, including their re-wilding project and wildlife.
Thursday 6th November
MALCOLM LINFIELD - THE WORTHING GLASSHOUSE INDUSTRY
An informative talk from Malcolm outlining the history and insight of the local glasshouse industry.
Thursday 4th December
SOCIAL EVENING
A chance to get together and join in a few light-hearted quizzes whilst enjoying a glass of wine and refreshments. Cost £13, non-members £16. BOOKING ESSENTIAL.
2025
Thursday 3rd April
MICHAEL GILSON, BEHIND THE PRIVET HEDGE
Following the successful book of the same name, Michael will unveil the untold origin story of the British suburban garden. He will also bring along copies of his book for sale on the evening.
Thursday 8th May
COACH OUTING TO KEW GARDENS
“Come down to Kew in lilac time”. Yes, our first outing is to Kew. Beat all the congestion and clean air charges by joining us on a coach to London. Always plenty to see and explore. Coach and entrance is £40.
Thursday 5th June
COACH OUTING TO RHS GARDENS HYDE HALL
This RHS gem nestles in the heart of rural Essex. Completely remodelled in line with Wisley, this garden offers a mix of styles from traditional cottage gardens to modern aspiration.
The coach bargain of the year at £25 for coach and entrance.
Thursday 10th July
COACH OUTING TO NT HINTON AMPNER
A National Trust house and garden set in the Hampshire countryside just north of Portsmouth. The Georgian style house is filled with an array of treasures while the tranquil gardens offer exotic colour with repeat flowering roses, lawns and topiary; all to the backdrop of the South Downs.
Coach and entrance is £38 but if you are a NT member, £26
Saturday 19th July
SUMMER FLOWER SHOW 2pm to 4pm
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2026
Thursday 8th January 2pm
PAUL HOLDEN - WORTHING JOURNAL
Paul is the editor of this popular campaigning community magazine which is full of local information, stories and events past and present.
Thursday 5th February
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING.
NOTE THIS WILL BE HELD AT 2PM IN ST MARY’S HALL.
Nominations for officers to be received by the Hon. Sec. 7 days before the AGM.
Followed by:
STEVE WEBSTER - A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RANGER
Steve will talk about his 40 year career in conservation. From wildlife resuscitation to becoming one in a million.
Saturday 21st March
SPRING FLOWER SHOW 2pm to 4pm
GORING GARDENING SOCIETY
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