The Events Committee of the RHSI organise a full and varied programme of events for members and guests. Some events must be pre-booked. Early booking is advisable and bookings are taken on a first come first served basis.
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Lectures take place on Wednesday evenings and during the winter months, on Saturdays afternoons. There is a fantastic range of prominent speakers from gardeners to designers and plant specialists from Ireland and abroad who share a wealth of experience and photographs.
Floral Art demonstrations also take place on Wednesday evenings. We have many well known floral artists from Ireland and occasionally from abroad who come and show us new and innovative ways of creating flower arrangements. Gala demonstrations organised at Christmas are always a sell-out and early booking is advisable.
Day tours are organised during the summer months and are extremely popular. The tours consist of visits to gardens of which many are not usually open to the general public, as well as visits to other well known gardens. Travel is by coach leaving from south Dublin but with the option to meet the coach along the route for country members is required.
Overnight tours in Ireland and abroad are arranged each year. These are also very popular and can be booked up very quickly.
All events are listed on the programme. At times a last minute opportunity for a special garden visit or lecture may arise and these are posted on the website and sent to members by email as soon as they become available.
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Lectures and floral art demonstrations are usually held in Wesley House, Leeson Park, Dublin 4. Some lectures and seminars are held in the National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin. Full details are listed under each event.
Non members are very welcome to join our events many of which must be pre-booked. Occasionally events will be restricted to members only.
For further information please contact Deborah Bailey at events@rhsi.ie
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If you prefer, you can view these events in a calendar format.
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RHSI Members: Please log into Members Area to book.
Step into the beauty of RHSI Bellefield and immerse yourself in a garden that evolves with the seasons. Our Open Weekends offer the perfect opportunity to explore this historic setting, meet fellow garden lovers, and support a wonderful cause.
What to Expect:
Guided Garden Tours – Join our Head Gardener, Paul Smyth, for a free tour at 12 PM & 2 PM, where you’ll pick up expert tips and insights into the garden’s seasonal transformations.
Relax in the Coach House – Treat yourself to delicious homemade cakes, freshly brewed tea and coffee, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Plants & Books for Sale – Take home a new plant or a great gardening read to inspire your own green space.
Follow the Garden’s Progress – Watch Bellefield flourish throughout the growing season and gain ideas for your own garden.
Meet Fellow RHSI Members – Connect with like-minded plant lovers, share knowledge, and be part of a vibrant gardening community.
Plan Your Visit:
📅 When? April 12 -13th
📍 Where? RHSI Bellefield, Shinrone, Co. Offaly
🎟️ Admission: Free for RHSI members | Guests: €8.00 (pay online or at the gate)
🌸 Your visit directly supports RHSI Bellefield! Our Open Days generate much-needed funds for our charity, helping us maintain and develop this incredible space. We hugely appreciate your generosity – and don’t forget to spread the word!
We can’t wait to welcome you!
RHSI,
Laurelmere Cottage,
Marlay Park,
Grange Road,
Rathfarnham,
Dubin 16,
D16 H9T4,
Ireland.
Tel: +353 1 493 7154
Email: info@rhsi.ie
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