





Keep checking the website and our social channels for updates on ticket release dates for 2026 - it won't be long!
Arit Anderson coming to Toby's Garden Festival
Arit Anderson signs up for Powderham festival. We are thrilled that Arit Anderson, the award-winning garden designer, writer, TV presenter, podcast host and RHS ambassador will be joining us at Toby’s Garden Fest next May.
Bringing together the best nurseries from the West Country and beyond, quality gardening talks on a wide range of horticultural topics, top-notch arts and crafts, locally-made street food, free music and entertainment - a fabulous day out.
Our celebrity speakers and knowledgable garden industry experts provide a jam-packed two days of FREE TALKS throughout the festival for visitors!
See who joined us in 2025
There's always a delightful selection of stalls to keep you fed and watered throughout the festival. See who was here last year!
We’re back – and thrilled to be here!
Our much-loved Toby Buckland Garden Fest promises to be bigger, brighter, and more bountiful than ever before set in the stunning surroundings of Powderham Castle when it bursts into bloom on Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd May 2026, welcoming green-fingered enthusiasts, families, and curious newcomers for two glorious days of all things gardening.
It’s another must-visit date in the gardening calendar – and 2026 is shaping up to be a showstopper.
We’re delighted to be working closely with our friends at Brookland Events to create our uniquely friendly brand of Festival magic and whether you’re a seasoned grower, a window-box beginner, or just love beautiful gardens, there’s something for everyone. And we’ve got a few surprises up our sleeves too!
So, what’s in store? Expect a packed programme of high quality talks, hands-on demos, and inspiring garden displays., alongside a vibrant marketplace filled with rare plants, garden goodies, artisan products, and delicious local food.
Early bird tickets are available soon — they’re reduced in price, limited and expected to sell fast. Whether you’re after tips for your veg patch, looking to transform your borders, or just fancy a fabulous day out in the fresh air, this festival is the place to be.
Get ready to sow the seeds of inspiration — the 2026 Toby Buckland Garden Festis in full bloom!
LATEST NEWS
Hutch Houseplants back to wow festival visitors
October 8, 2025One of the best loved houseplant specialists in the southwest is making a return trip to the Toby Buckland Garden Festival next May. Hutch Houseplants whose popular specialist store is in the shadow of Exeter … Read more
Arit Anderson signs up for Powderham festival
October 3, 2025We are thrilled that Arit Anderson, the award-winning garden designer, writer, TV presenter, podcast host and RHS ambassador will be joining us at Toby’s Garden Fest next May. She is the first celebrity gardener to … Read more
Festival preparations
October 3, 2025As we start the exciting build up to the 13th Toby Buckland Garden Festival at Powderham Castle next May we are delighted to be working closely on the two day gardening bonanza with events specialists … Read more
First pics from the Festival
May 12, 2025All the people, so many people! Thanks to everyone who joined us in 2025. Can you believe the sun actually shone, and shone some more?! Our wonderful (local Kenton) photographer Louise Kear was on hand … Read more
Chat to WhiteBird Polytunnels & get free seeds!
April 27, 2025Thinking of buying, or adding to your garden or small holding structures? John and Darren of WhiteBird Polytunnels very much look forward to welcoming all Festival visitors to their stand, to discuss all things polytunnel … Read more
Fabulous Fifty to try and buy with Wickhams Wine
April 26, 2025Like a lightning strike, Dan Farrell-Wright’s view on wine changed. It was the morning after the night before. The bride and groom had left for their honeymoon, the guests were sleeping off the Bacchanalian feast, … Read more
VIP and Tea and Cake in the Castle tickets – last few!
April 24, 2025Aimee Beamish and her creative team are back, serving delicious seasonal savouries and confections inside the exclusive VIP Music Room and Library of Powderham Castle. “This year we’re presenting a menu to reflect the best … Read more
Congrats to Parkham WI!!!
April 16, 2025Each year, the names of societies, organisations and garden clubs that buy group tickets go into a draw, and the first out of the hat wins a talk from Toby. Scooping top honours from 2024 … Read more
500 wildflower seed packs to give away, courtesy of GWR!
April 8, 2025Jump on a train to Starcross and visit this year’s Festival on Fri 2 and Sat 3 May at Powderham Castle to grab a free packet of wild meadow seeds at the Meadow in My Garden … Read more
Plant up a pot & help the RNLI
April 4, 2025Sometimes things come together in perfect harmony. We were delighted to receive a really lovely gift of 200 lovely old terracotta pots from local Cornish resident Susie Williams. Susie loves the festival and the RNLI, … Read more
Welcoming new festival sponsor GWR!
March 28, 2025We really couldn’t be happier that Great Western Railway is all aboard as sponsors of the festival! GWR serves the South West and beyond, including Devon, Dorset, South Wales, the Cotswolds, reaching as far as London and Cornwall with some … Read more
Planting for Success: choosing trees that thrive, not just survive
March 27, 2025Philip Nieuwoudt is the brains and brilliance behind Devon’s most pioneering tree nursery New Wood Trees, and visitors to Toby’s Garden Festival 2025 will be able to learn the tricks of his trade from the … Read more