insideSUSSEX Magazine Issue 06 - August 2015 | Page 81

OUTDOORLIVING ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE Jacksons Fencing NEWS, TOPICAL TREATS AND MORE... OUR HAMPTON COURT SHOW GARDEN UPDATE... Jacksons Secret Garden Party Show Garden at RHS Hampton Court Flower Show Regular readers of this page can’t help but have noticed that I’ve mentioned that we had a show garden at RHS Hampton Court Flower Show this year. It would be remiss of me not to let you know how it went now that it’s all over. I must admit to saying that with more than a little relief it’s been an amazing experience, very busy and pretty exhausting, but all in all very positive. The build up started on 10th through to 28th June, and what was just a green piece of parkland was transformed into a stunning (even if I say so myself!) show garden. It was fascinating seeing our garden take shape over the weeks, and of course all the other stands, exhibits and show gardens as well. I’ve put lots of photos up online for you to see, especially for those who didn’t get a chance to visit the show, or see any of the many programmes on the TV that week. There's a link to these on your local page, www.jacksonsfencing.co.uk/ashfordlocal. There are also instructions on how to vote for your favourite garden – if you remember our garden featured six smaller gardens within one big garden; you will be able to view gardens one to six, and then email us which one you like best. From here, we will pick someone at random to be the winner of £300 worth of Jacksons' vouchers. I got a bit nervy the closer we got to the show opening; the media appeared, we had a few interviews, and even Monty Don was filmed in the garden saying some very complimentary things about our Jacksons Secret Garden Party. On the afternoon of Monday 29th June, the medals were announced, and I’m delighted to say we got an RHS Silver Gilt medal, which I’m told is just a shade below a Gold – not bad going for a first attempt and, if I’m honest, a huge relief. The Award Talking of winners, we ran a draw over the last few months to win pairs of tickets to Hampton Court. We gave away five pairs of tickets in all and I’m pleased to say most of you dropped by the show garden to say hello and pick up your goody bags; it was great to meet you! www.jacksonsfencing.co.uk/ashfordlocal or call 0800 408 4733 to talk to your local Jacksons Fencing Centre. Monty Don filming for the BBC in the garden A view inside the garden showing the colourful planting 81 [email protected]