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Events 2010SUMMER IS HERE.....WE HAVE LOTS OF LOVELY NEW PLANTS NOW IN STOCK..... HANGING BASKETS & PLANTED CONTAINERS.....WHY NOT CALL IN FOR A DELICIOUS DEVON CREAM TEA?.....

We hold many fairs and themed days throughout the year - click on the links below to find out more about each event.

Entry to all of the events is free of charge and there is plenty of car-parking available.

Please contact us if you need any further information. 

Potato Day

Saturday 6th February 2010

Now is the time to get your seed potatoes if you want to get an early crop. We will have more than 70 varieties on sale and this is a great chance to get some tips and tricks from the experts. Special offers on the day and fun for the kids too.

Grow Your Own Veg Day

Sunday 21st February 2010

Whether you have an allotment or a window box, there will be something that you can grow to eat - and it's sure to taste better too.

Experts will be on hand to give advice on picking the best crop to grow as well as special offers and fun for the kids.

National Nest Box Week

Sunday 14th February to Sunday 21st February 2010

The garden birds need all the help they can get - early Spring is the time to put up a nest box so come along and we can help you choose the best type. Special promotions will run all week.

Easter At Eggesford

Friday 2nd April to Monday 5th April 2010

Come along to Eggesford Gardens over the Easter Weekend - there will be a fun Easter Picture Hunt for the kids with lucky dip prizes for correct entries. Super special offers for the gardener along with a prize draw. You can also enjoy Easter treats in the Gardens Restaurant.

Please note that the Gardens Restaurant will be open on Easter Sunday but, due to Sunday Trading Law, we are not allowed to trade in the Garden Centre

Growing and Using Herbs

Saturday 5th June 2010

Local Herbalist Hilary Loder will be on site giving expert advice on growing and using herbs for both culinary and medicinal purposes. The event is free to attend and there will be lots of different herb plants on sale.

Cottage Garden Plants Day

Saturday 19th June 2010

A must for all lovers of herbaceous perennial plants, this event will offer expert advice along with a fantastic selection of perennials on show and for sale. Growers will be on hand with superb specimens, tips and tricks and special offers.

Countryside and Wildlife Day

Sunday 3rd October 2010

A focus on the local environment and native flora and fauna in the surrounding area. Experts will be on hand from Devon Wildlife Trust and other well known organisations. Lots of information and tips on how to encourage wildlife in your garden along with a wide range of supporting products.

Apple and Cider Fair

Saturday 16th October and Sunday 17th October 2010

A great weekend event to celebrate the English apple.

Apple displays - many old and unusual varieties. Apple, cider, liqueur, wine and cheese tasting. Home made cakes, preserves, biscuits, chocolates and sweets. Apple pressing and lots more.

Autumn Craft Fair

Sunday 31st October 2010

A fair to show the best of arts and crafts by artists who live and work in Devon.

Works on offer will include original paintings, prints and hand-made card, jewellery, basketry, wood crafts and decorative ceramics.

Antique and Collectors Fair

Sunday 14th November 2010

With a wide range of antiques and collectables, the Antique and Collectors fair is a great opportunity to pick up an unusual Christmas present.

Exhibitors will include specialists in named china (e.g. Beswick), jewellery, toys and costumes to name a few.

Christmas Craft Fair

Sunday 28th November 2010

A fair to show the best of arts and crafts by artists who live and work in Devon - just in time for Christmas.

Works on offer will include original paintings, prints and hand-made cards, jewellery, basketry, wood crafts and decorative ceramics.

Christmas Food & Gift Fair

Sunday 19th December 2010

This festive food fair provides a great opportunity to sample  some of the wonderful local produce available in Devon. Produce will include biscuits, chocolates, cakes, quiches, patés, preserves, chutneys, fruit juices and other beverages. Great for the Christmas larder.

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