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The Holker Garden Festival celebrates its 21st anniversary this June with a three day summer spectacle, showcasing only the very best of gardening, countryside, food and crafts making it one of the most popular events in the gardening calendar.
In true Festival style, Holker brings together magnificent show gardens, glorious horticulture, delicious artisan produce and fine craftsmanship, to entertain and delight visitors of all ages.
Hosted by Lord and Lady Cavendish and set in the beautiful Holker parkland, the 21st Holker Garden Festival promises to be an exciting blend of new attractions and the return of some familiar and much loved sights and exhibitors.
Be inspired by incredible show gardens and wander through the fragrance filled Horticultural Marquee and spot some unusual and rare plants. Or why not step into the Garden Theatre for a series of new, live demonstrations that will capture your imagination!
Families and children can get creative in the Tipi Village with wild crafts and activities, enjoy captivating, live shows in the Festival arena and have fun at the free, traditional, Victorian fairground complete with carousel.
Over 300 exhibitors will leave you spoilt for choice with a variety of handmade gifts and wares and a dedicated 'Made in Cumbria' Food Hall to tempt the taste buds and show off the finest local produce.
The magnificent Holker Gardens are also included in your Festival admission and will be open each day from 10.30am - 5.30pm.
However you choose to spend your time on the day, it's set to be a Festival to remember!