Event    From 1862 

Chelsea Flower Show

Categories: Gardens / Agriculture

Originally known as the 'Royal Horticultural Society Great Spring Show', it was first held at the RHS garden in Kensington. It moved to The Royal Hospital, Chelsea in 1905 and now takes place annually for five days in May.

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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William Kent

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Sir John Sinclair

Sir John Sinclair

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Hilary Peters

Hilary Peters

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