Welcome
Ashtead Horticultural Society was founded in 1875 and is thought to be one of the oldest Societies in Ashtead. It is a community based organisation run by elected volunteers for the benefit of its members and the community. Our main aim is to promote horticulture in an environment which is as sociable and friendly as possible.
The Society offers a programme of evening talks with guest speakers, two flower shows, an annual visit to a national garden, a coffee morning with sale of plants and cakes, summer walk to members’ gardens, and discounts for members at many local shops.
We have over 500 members who have an interest in gardening and plants. Some have large gardens, others small and some no gardens at all. We are not a group of experts; our knowledge is wide and varied. What we do have in common is an interest in horticulture and in learning more about it.
Garden Walk Locations
We’re delighted to announce that this year’s walk now takes in three gardens: 46 Oakfield Road, Cedar House on Paddocks Way, and a new addition at 37A Oakfield Road. Many thanks to all our hosts, Anita & Simon Bean, Cheryl & Brian Greenwood, and Emma & Matt Wakelin, for opening their gardens to us. Join us on Wednesday 22 July, 6–8pm. Guests welcome to join at Membership desk on the evening.
AHS Summer Show
It’s time to prepare your entries for our Summer Show on Saturday 18th July. Doors open 1.30pm at Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall, with an exhibition by the Ashtead Flower Arrangement Group alongside the members’ classes. We’d love to see as many members as possible have a go at entering, including those who’ve never shown before. Entries are free and close Friday noon. Click here for Classes and How to Enter.
