RHS Bridgewater – Tuesday 13 October | RHS Harlow Carr – Wednesday 14 October

Join us for an exclusive Familiarisation Trip created specifically for Group Travel Organisers, coach tour operators, and travel trade buyers.

You can choose to attend:

RHS Bridgewater only on Tuesday 13 October
RHS Harlow Carr only on Wednesday 14 October
Both gardens across the two-day programme

This flexible format allows you to visit the garden that best suits your business needs, or experience both award-winning RHS gardens and discover their potential for future group itineraries.

Day One – RHS Bridgewater
Tuesday 13 October

Located in Salford, Greater Manchester, RHS Bridgewater is one of the UK's newest and most ambitious garden projects. Set within the historic grounds of the former Worsley New Hall estate, the 154-acre garden features the spectacular Paradise Garden, Kitchen Garden, beautiful lakes, woodland walks and innovative planting schemes that provide year-round visitor appeal.

Itinerary

10:00 – Arrival & Welcome

10:30 – Guided Garden Tour

12:00 – Lunch

13:15 – Free Time to Explore

Take time to discover the garden at your own pace, experience the visitor facilities and learn more about the opportunities available for group visits.

Day Two – RHS Harlow Carr
Wednesday 14 October

Set on the edge of Harrogate, RHS Harlow Carr is one of Yorkshire's most loved gardens. Renowned for its stunning herbaceous borders, woodland landscapes, streamside gardens and seasonal displays, Harlow Carr offers visitors an authentic and inspiring horticultural experience throughout the year.

Itinerary

10:00 – Arrival & Welcome

10:30 – Guided Garden Tour

12:00 – Lunch

13:15 – Free Time to Explore

Enjoy the opportunity to explore the gardens independently and experience the facilities available to visiting groups.

Optional Overnight Stay for Attendees

Guests wishing to attend both RHS Bridgewater and RHS Harlow Carr can take advantage of an overnight stay at The Swan Hotel, Harrogate on Tuesday 13 October.

Dinner, Bed & Breakfast Rates

Single Room: £90.00 per person

Double/Twin Room: £130.00 per room (based on two people sharing)

Included:
Overnight accommodation
Three-course dinner
Full breakfast
Complimentary overnight parking
Who Should Attend?

This FAM Trip is designed for:

Group Travel Organisers
Coach Tour Operators
Group Travel Buyers
Travel Trade Professionals responsible for planning group itineraries

Terms & Conditions

This FAM Trip is exclusively for travel trade buyers and Group Travel Organisers.
Attendees may register for RHS Bridgewater only, RHS Harlow Carr only, or both gardens.
Each registered delegate may bring one partner/guest.
Places are limited and subject to availability.
Organisers reserve the right to verify eligibility and decline registrations that do not meet the buyer criteria.
Advance registration via the online booking form is essential.
Full joining instructions will be issued upon confirmation.
Register Your Place

Choose your preferred option when completing the registration form:

☐ RHS Bridgewater – Tuesday 13 October

☐ RHS Harlow Carr – Wednesday 14 October

☐ Both Gardens (including optional overnight accommodation)

We look forward to welcoming you to these two outstanding RHS destinations and showcasing the excellent opportunities they offer for group travel programmes.