Handpicked Events

The Woodlands Open is one of our most popular competitions of the year, welcoming golfers of all abilities for a fantastic day of golf on our acclaimed course. Open to everyone, with no age or gender categories, this event is all about experiencing great golf, friendly competition and really great prizes! Entries open on Tuesday 23rd June.

The National Dahlia society show will be dedicated to the NDS national show with their incredible displays made up of over 100 different classes and thousands of dahlias, which has now become an integral feature of Wisley Flower Show. Included in normal garden admission.

Sam Dowden will be playing two great sets, one at 6:00pm-6:00pm and the second at 7:15pm-8:00pm!

Dave Rich will be playing two wonderful sets, one at 2:00pm-2:45pm and the second at 3:00pm-3:45pm!

Rodizio Smokehouse Nights at The Hide, Every Thursday from June Fire & Feast Thursdays is Hide’s weekly rodizio night. The team cook a changing run of cuts over the coals; picanha steak, smoked brisket, chicken, pork belly and a weekly special, and bring them to the table as they’re ready. You get unlimited table-side carved meats served rodizio style, setting the pace with a green‑and‑red token on your table. A premium salad bar opens the meal, with hot sides available as a small add‑on. It runs every Thursday from June. Pricing stays straightforward: £24.95 per person, kids at £12.50, with sides and desserts kept separate. Every Thursday from June First seating: 6:30pm Last booking: 8:00pm Book your place today.

Experience the excitement of the Clovelly Gig Regatta, where Devon and Cornwall’s top gig rowing teams compete in a thrilling day of racing. Pilot gigs, originally designed for the competitive world of 18th- and 19th-century pilotage, are fast, seaworthy boats built for speed and endurance. Crews race at up to 9 knots through North Devon’s tidal waters, showcasing the skill and power that make gig rowing so exhilarating. Come cheer on the teams and enjoy a day of intense competition and fun for all! Standard admission charges apply.

BBC Radio 4’s biggest annual event, the Gardeners’ Question Time Summer Garden Party, is coming to RHS Garden Wisley on Saturday 5 September. Taking place during the spectacular RHS Wisley Flower Show, two bumper episodes Gardeners’ Question Time will be recorded in front of live audiences – and you could be part of the show. Tickets must be booked in advance which include entry to the garden and the RHS Wisley Flower Show (RHS members £8, non-members £27 (£8 plus £19 for garden entry)). All details can be found at https://www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/wisley/whats-on/gardeners-question-time-summer-garden-party

Dining Club evenings, on the first Thursday of each month, comprise a five-course tasting menu, a welcome drink and canapés, all carefully crafted around a distinctive seasonal theme. Enjoy an open-air dining experience beside Clear Lake, one of the most picturesque locations at RHS Garden Wisley. The evening includes an al fresco feast with grazing bowls and sharing plates, celebrating seasonal produce and dishes inspired by the time of year. Pre-booking is essential.

Step into a night of intrigue at Budock Vean. Enjoy a delicious dinner with a side of suspense as you uncover clues and solve the mystery in our whodunnit evenings. Friday 5th June - The Flamingo Club Murder Friday 30th October - Murder at the Showbiz Party

Join star storyteller Jim Bell for a unique outdoor experience, exploring the universe through the beautifully dark night skies of the Forest of Dean. From our hilltop vantage point in the grounds of Tudor Farmhouse, you’ll observe stars, constellations and planets, and discover the fascinating science and stories behind them. Your guide Jim has more than ten years of experience as a presenter for Explorer Dome, helping people of all ages to experience the true awe and wonder of the universe. Of course, with the magic of the night sky comes the risk of cloud cover spoiling the view – happily, Jim also brings with him his own portable planetarium, so you can be sure that you will see the stars whatever the weather! You will be provided with a pair of binoculars for observing, but please also bring warm layers and boots or robust walking shoes. The experience lasts approximately two hours and starts at between 6.30pm and 8pm depending on the time of year.

Come and take part in our Visitors' Dahlia Competition at RHS Garden Wisley! Its great fun to enter and is all about homegrown blooms that the judges think would make lovely garden dahlias. Prizes to be won each day. Simply bring your dahlia stems to the National Dahlia Society Marquee before 1pm on Saturday 5 or Sunday 6 September 2026, and we will provide everything you need to stage your blooms and enter the competition. Included in normal garden admission.

Displays from growers and floral artists who will be sharing their own unique stories, with beautiful and imaginative displays and huge a number of garden and cut flower varieties. Among the exhibits will be a brand new seeding display, with many new and unique varieties, beautiful floral arrangements, a fascinating display of dried dahlias that will last for years. Come and take your picture in our dahlia themed displays – perfect for creating a wonderful memory of the show. Included in normal garden admission.