When is Toby’s Garden Festival
Toby’s Garden Festival is a two-day event from Friday 1 to Saturday 2 May 2026
What to Expect at Toby’s Garden Festival
Toby’s Garden Festival is back again for another unmissable two-day celebration of gardening and the great outdoors, set against the stunning backdrop of Powderham Castle, near Exeter. Hosted by BBC Two Gardeners' World presenter Toby Buckland, the festival takes place on Friday 1 and Saturday 2 May 2026 (10:00 to 17:00). Visitors can expect a full programme of free gardening and food and drink talks, hands-on workshops, demonstrations, tastings, live music, and much more.
Inspirational experts headlining the festival and joining Toby include award-winning garden designer, TV presenter, podcast hose, and RHS ambassador Arit Anderson, Chelsea Gold Medal winning garden designer Chris Hull and social media sensation Jonny Hincks, creator of ‘Garden with Jonny’.
More than just a garden festival, Toby’s Garden Festival has well over a hundred exhibitors covering everything from flowers, shrubs, trees, and houseplants to sculpture, garden furniture, and local artisans. There will also be a carefully curated range of local food and drink, live music and a few surprises – there really is something for everyone to enjoy.
All tickets are available from www.tobygardenfest.co.uk.
How to get to Toby’s Garden Festival
Toby’s Garden Festival is held at Powderham Castle, near Exeter. The best way to get there is to take the train to Starcross Station. From there, it is a picturesque 30 minute flat walk to Powderham Castle or you can catch a bus from the station.