What an incredible weekend at Toby’s Garden Festival 2026 🌿✨
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at this year’s festival, our wonderful visitors, inspiring speakers, talented exhibitors, fantastic partners and all those who helped make the event so special.
From beautiful gardens and expert talks to shopping, food, music and sunshine, it was amazing to see so many people come together to celebrate gardening and the great outdoors.
We’re already looking ahead to what’s next! Be sure to check here regularly and subscribe to our newsletter for the latest festival news, announcements and updates.
Thank you again for being part of Toby’s Garden Festival 2026 💚
Meet the Brooklands Events team behind Toby’s Garden Festival 2026
A huge thank you to the entire team for all of their hard work, passion and dedication in helping bring this year’s festival to life. From the early planning stages through to the final day of the event, their efforts helped create such a memorable weekend for everyone involved.
We couldn’t have done it without them!
Photo credits go to Louise Kear Photography – www.louisekearphotography.com
Whom we are extremely grateful to for capturing the festival at its best!
LATEST NEWS
From Castle Dining Room to Country Gardener Marquee: Full Speaker Line-Up Revealed
April 29, 2026We’re delighted to unveil the speaker line-up for this year’s Toby’s Garden Festival, bringing together an inspiring mix of horticultural experts, designers, and passionate growers. Across both the Castle Dining Room and the Country Gardener … Read more
Explore the Festival: Area Maps Available Now
April 28, 2026We’re excited to share that our festival area maps are now live, so you can start planning your perfect day at Toby’s Garden Festival! Take a look ahead of the weekend to find where your … Read more
A Taste of Spring: Your Chance to Dine at The Ivy Exeter
April 26, 2026We’re delighted to announce an exciting competition in partnership with The Ivy Exeter! Purchase your festival ticket by 28th April and you’ll be automatically entered into our free prize draw to win an unforgettable dining experience: a three-course … Read more
Main Speakers Marquee Line-Up Announced for Friday 1st & Saturday 2nd May 2026
April 19, 2026We’re delighted to reveal the full schedule for our Main Speakers Marquee at Toby’s Garden Festival, taking place on Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd May 2026. Across both days, visitors can enjoy an inspiring programme … Read more
Something special is hatching this Easter… 🐣 Discover our Q&A with Susy Atkins returning to this year’s festival
April 3, 2026We’re thrilled to announce that award-winning wine expert and Telegraph wine columnist Susy Atkins will be returning this year. Known for her warm, approachable style and appearances on Saturday Kitchen, Susy will be hosting intimate talks and … Read more
Great Western Railway returns as Travel Partner for Toby’s Garden Festival 2026
April 1, 2026Toby’s Garden Festival is thrilled to welcome Great Western Railway (GWR) back as the official travel partner for the 2026 festival at the spectacular Powderham Castle. Travelling to the festival by train couldn’t be easier. … Read more
🌿 Toby’s Garden Festival 2026 Welcomes an Outstanding Line-Up of Specialist Nurseries
March 28, 2026Toby’s Garden Festival returns this year with an exceptional showcase of some of the finest nurseries from across the South West and beyond, offering visitors an inspiring opportunity to discover rare plants, expert growers, and … Read more
Mark Diacono joins Toby’s Garden Festival this May 🌸 Plus: an exclusive Q&A with Mark
March 27, 2026Mark Diacono, award-winning food and garden writer, is lucky enough to spend most of his time eating, growing, writing and talking about food—and we’re thrilled to be welcoming him to Toby’s Garden Festival this year, … Read more
Brewing Up Something Special: Lexus Snows x Dartmoor Estate Tea x Toby’s Festival
March 20, 2026We’re delighted to announce that Lexus Snows will be returning to support Toby’s Garden Festival, alongside Dartmoor Estate Tea. Located in the Castle Courtyard at this year’s festival, they’ll be brewing up an exciting programme … Read more
Becky Searle returning for Garden Fest 2026!!
February 13, 2026We’re delighted to announce that Becky Searle will be returning to Toby’s Garden Festival in 2026 as one of our speakers! 🌿✨ Becky was a real highlight last time, bringing so much inspiration, warmth, and … Read more
Introducing our latest guest speaker Garden with Jonny!!
February 6, 2026Garden with Jonny is a content creator (with over 1.8 million followers) and gardener who shares an honest, down-to-earth approach to growing, learning, and connecting with nature. Known for his practical tips, infectious enthusiasm, and … Read more
Carnivorous plants make their debut at the festival!
January 21, 2026There’s the chance to step into the captivating world of carnivorous plants at the festival when Devon nursery Sarracenia Nurseries exhibit their wonderful array of colourful and thrilling plants for the first time at Powderham. … Read more



