Gardens of England & the Chelsea Flower Show
May 22 - 31, 2025
With Christina Owen, director of the University of Washington Botanic Gardens
You're invited!
Pack your sun hat (and perhaps your wellies) for a delightful journey with garden host Christina Owen, director of the University of Washington Botanic Gardens, and co-host UWBG’s Curator and Associate Director Ray Larson. Experience the magic of the Chelsea Flower Show and explore the stunning gardens of Kent, Sussex, Oxford, and the Cotswolds. Enjoy exclusive access to renowned gardens, visit private estates, and stroll through the grounds of Blenheim Palace, the birthplace of Winston Churchill. You’ll be enchanted by the historic gardens of Sissinghurst and Great Dixter.
Your adventure culminates in four exciting days in Oxford, where you’ll explore its illustrious university and the charming villages and gardens of the region. Join friends of the University of Washington for a garden adventure in England this spring! Space is limited.
We hope to see you in England in 2025!
Christina and Ray!
Journey Highlights
- Tickets to the celebrated Chelsea Flower Show
- With Christina Owen, director of the University of Washington Botanic Gardens (pictured above) and co-host, UWBG’s Curator and Associate Director, Ray Larson (photo to the right)
- Guided by expert English Earthbound guide Ian Cooke
- The great estates of England
- Churchill’s Chartwell House and Gardens
- The charming Cotswolds
- Oxford Botanical Gardens
- Hever Castle, former home of Anne Boleyn
- Great Dixter Gardens and Sissinghurst Gardens
- Historic walks with local experts
- Unique dining experiences featuring regional dishes
- In-depth walking tours with local experts
Memories that will last a lifetime...
