The Harrogate Spring Flower Show returns to Harrogate tomorrow (Thursday).
The first Harrogate Flower Show of the year is being held at the Great Yorkshire Showground before a second is held at Newby Hall in the summer.
Both events attract a combined audience of 90,000 visitors each year.
The show is set to feature the very best in gardening and horticulture, including spectacular plant nursery displays and stunning floral features.
Here's everything you need to know...
When and where is the show?
The Harrogate Spring Flower Show is held at The Great Yorkshire Showground on Railway Road.
It's running from Thursday 25th until Sunday 28th April.
Show gates open at 9.30am and close at 5pm on each day of the Show.
Dogs
Unfortunately the show is only able to welcome registered assistance dogs to the show.
Purchasing goods at the show
The show provides exhibitors, retailers and food outlets with the ability to accept card payments at the show.
There will also be an ATM on site.
Weather
The show will go ahead regardless of the weather.
Much of the event is staged in halls and marquee pavilions, meaning the show can go ahead even if it rains!
Food and Drink
A range of food and drink options are available to enjoy at the show.
Enjoy a selection of meals and light bites at the Showgrounds two cafe restaurants, or choose from over a dozen independent caterers at the outdoor Food Court, offering with everything from traditional fish and chips to handmade pizzas, freshly made sandwiches and artisan coffees.
There are picnic and seating areas where you can enjoy your food.
Parking
The car parks open at 8am each morning of the show. The show gates open at 9.30am.
Designated blue badge parking is located close to the main entrance.
A limited number of VIP parking spaces are also available, offering parking closer to the event. This can be purchased when booking your ticket.
All parking is allocated on a first come, first served basis.
Public Transport
Hornbeam Park is the closest train station to the Showground, located 1.1 miles away.
There are also a number of bus services to and around Harrogate.
The Harrogate Bus Company is providing a regular Flower Show Shuttle between Harrogate Bus Station and the Showground.
From Leeds or Ripon - No. 36 every 10 minutes from Leeds to Harrogate or every 30 minutes from Ripon to Harrogate.
From Wetherby - No. 7 hourly from Bramham, Boston Spa & Wetherby into Harrogate. The Sainsburys bus stop, on Wetherby Road, is a short walk from the Showground.
From Pateley Bridge - No. 24 regular services to Harrogate through the day from Hampsthwaite, Summerbridge and Pateley Bridge.
From Knaresborough - No. 1 every 10 minutes from Knaresborough and Starbeck to Harrogate.
Tickets are available to buy online up to and throughout the show - simply visit the Tickets page.
TIckets are charged at £25 if bought in advance.
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