FAQ’S

Where is Frenchay Flower Show?

WE HAVE MOVED!
We have moved to Frenchay Common, just outside St John the Baptist Church. This new location is right in the heart of the village.

Frenchay Common 
Frenchay
Bristol
BS16 1LJ

How can I get there?

Public transport. By bus. There are several services from Bristol: 48. 49. M1. M3.

By cycle. The flower show is only a few minutes from the cycle path from Bath to the University West of England’s Frenchay Campus, which is a short walk from the flower show site.

Arriving by car. There is ample free parking on Frenchay Parklands between Begbrook Park, Loverose Lane, and Lime Tree Walk. 

What are the opening and closing times?

Saturday, 11th July 2026.

• The gates and stalls open to the public at 10:30 am.
• The main floral marquee opens to the public at 12:00 noon.
• The dog show begins at 11:00 am
• The flower show closes at 5:30 pm.

What are the Gate entry prices?

Adults are £8. Children under 16 accompanied by an adult are Free. Payments can be cashless or cash. However, cashless is preferred and encouraged.
Tickets bought online in advance are discounted to £6.00.

Are there any toilets on the site?

There are toilets, including disabled accessible toilets.

Are there baby changing facilities?

Yes. Baby changing facilities are available.

How do I enter my exhibits into the horticultural classes, baking, art and photographic competitions?

All exhibit entry forms are FREE ENTRY.

Entry Forms are an easy-to-complete online entry form, which is available on this website.

ALL entry forms must be received by 5:00pm Wednesday 8th July 2026 AT THE LATEST.

The online entry form on the website is the quickest and easiest and can be sent electronically.

When must my entry form be submitted?

Entry forms for all classes must be submitted by 5:00pm on Wednesday 8th July 2026 AT THE LATEST.

Bringing your Exhibits to the Show

Having submitted your entry form by 5:00pm on Wednesday 8th July, you should then bring your exhibits and competition entries to the Floral Marquee on either:

• Friday 10 July between 4.00pm to 7.00pm.
• Saturday 11 July, on the morning of the show, between 7.30am and 9.30am AT THE LATEST.

You will be issued with your personal exhibit cards by one of our friendly stewards when you arrive at the Floral Marquee with your exhibits. You will then be directed to where you can place and stage your exhibits.

PLEASE NOTE THAT LATE ENTRIES WILL NOT BE TAKEN ON THE SHOW DAY.

Can I bring my dog?

Well-behaved dogs are welcome but must always be kept on a lead, and owners must clean up after them. Bins are located throughout the showground. 

Owners are responsible for the behaviour of their pets. Permission for any animal on the showground may be withdrawn at any time if the pet is a nuisance.

Will there be First Aid?

Trained medics with an ambulance will be on site.

Besides the Floral Exhibition Marquee, are there other entertainments?

There are many children’s amusements, a magician, and exciting displays of owls and hawks and alpacas. There will be marching bands, Morris dancers, classic cars and over 100 stalls selling all manner of things.

Can I buy food at the show?

There will be a variety of food and drinks vendors at the show. There will also be hot and cold drinks. Alcoholic drinks are not permitted.

Seating will be provided in shaded areas.

Can I bring a picnic?

Yes. You are allowed to bring food and drink onto the site. Alcoholic drinks are not permitted. Please remember to take your litter home.

Are there litter bins?

Litter bins will be located throughout the show site. This will be marked for recycling: Paper, Plastic and general waste.

Is there a marquee exhibit, “Sell Off”, at the show’s end?

At approximately 5:00 pm, many exhibits and prize produce, including cakes, jams, desserts, fruits, vegetables, floral displays and art, are sold by auction, with many bargains!

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