Summer events: Historic castle near Nottingham to be transformed by 'incredible' flower displays this summer

A historic castle near Nottingham will be transformed by ‘incredible’ flower displays this summer, with famous gardening faces also set to make an appearance.

This year’s Belvoir Flower and Garden Show will take place on Saturday, July 12 and Sunday, July 13.

The show is a haven for garden enthusiasts and outdoor-minded individuals who appreciate countryside living, and is packed with nature, flower inspiration and helpful tips and expertise.

Those in attendance are invited to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature, pick up new plants, enjoy delicious food, and be inspired by the best in the gardening world.

BBC gardening experts to answer questions at the Belvoir Flower and Garden Show

This year, BBC Gardeners’ World’s Adam Frost and ITV’s Love Your Garden’s David Domoney will be attending across the weekend, hosting a variety of one-off talks and participating in a Q&A-style gardener’s question time.

Every year, the Castle hosts the ‘Best Countryside Borders Competition’, which anyone involved in garden design, horticulture and landscaping can enter and this year’s theme is pollinators.

The competition is supported by the London College of Garden Design and celebrates planting design and showcases new garden designers and horticulturists in their careers.

Tickets are priced at £18 for adults and £7 for children.

You can find more information here.