From flowers to family fun, Chorley Flower Show returns

Friday, 24 July 2026 18:25

By Central Radio News

The Chorley Flower Show returns next weekend.

Taking place from Friday 31 July to Sunday 2 August in Astley Park, this year’s event is bursting with entertainment for the whole family, alongside the horticultural highlights visitors know and love.

Familiar faces will be appearing and sharing their top tips during the weekend, including Charlie Dimmock (Saturday 1 August), David Domoney (Sunday 2 August), Rita Millat (Friday 31 July and Sunday 2 August), Jonathan Moseley, Martin and Jill Fish (all three days).

The Family Fun Zone will be packed with free activities from show partners Chorley FC Community Foundation and the Anderton Centre, including football, dance, crafts, climbing, archery and axe throwing.

Visitors can also enjoy rides, face painting, glitter tattoos and crafts (fees apply to some activities).

Local group The Red Barrows will be reuniting to perform at Chorley Flower Show (Friday 31 July, 12 noon).

Four-legged visitors can also get involved, with dog agility activities by Chorley Dog Agility Club, and Cats Dog Photography.

Explore stunning professional show gardens, alongside gardens created from the winning and runner-up entries in the Children’s Design a Garden competition. The show will also feature its first professional florist competition, with local florists competing for the title of Chorley Flower Show’s Florist of the Year.

The popular community and school garden competitions, sponsored by Eric Wright Construction, return with more than 20 mini gardens on display.

Inside Astley Hall’s Great Hall, visitors can admire floral installations by Rita Millat, finalist on BBC Interior Design Masters Series 6.

Over in the Bloomin’ Big Marquee (sponsored by Booths), amateur competition entries will be on display, from floral art to flower, fruit and veg.

When it comes to delicious food and drink, visitors will be spoilt for choice, from a Pimm’s Hot Air Balloon Bar and Texas BBQ to sweet treats and artisan produce. Astley Park’s year-round favourites Café Ambio and Barrica in the Park will also be open.

There will be lots of opportunities for a spot of retail therapy too, with a variety of trade stalls.

Councillor Peter Wilson, Deputy Leader of Chorley Council said: “We can’t wait to welcome visitors to Chorley Flower Show for a fantastic day out.

“Alongside the spectacular gardens and floral displays, there’ll also be a brilliant mix of entertainment, family activities, shopping, and food and drink, making it a great experience for all ages, so ensure you get your tickets."

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