Re: Opinions about Hampton Court

**C* E* <C*@CatrionaTudorErler.com>**

For five years in a row (1998 - 2002) I attend the Chelsea Flower Show with a press pass (getting in at 6 a.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday to photograph before it opened to the public and having the run of the place, coming and going, for the entire day).  Then in 2004 I attended the Hampton Court Show.  It was good, but back then couldn't hold a candle to Chelsea.  But I admit my experience is old, and I think I have heard that Hampton has improved.  I've had lots of Chelsea photographs published, fewer from Hampton.

Catriona  
On Aug 15, 2012, at 3:03 PM, B. K. Earl wrote:

> Nan, never having been to the Chelsea Show, can't compare the two.  
> However, Hampton Court Garden Show is incredible.  Been there twice, 
> once on Press Day.  (For an American, seeing how the British judge the 
> displays is an eye-opener.)   The designs are innovative and inspiring, 
> the exhibitors more than willing to share their expertise, and some of 
> the varieties of plants simply mind-boggling.  (There were so many 
> moments when I simply wanted to grab plants by their roots and run...no, 
> never did it.)
> 
> You will love it!
> 
> Betty
> 
> On 8/15/2012 11:31 AM, Nan Sterman wrote:
>> I'm looking at traveling to the UK for next year and wondering about the Hampton Court Garden Show.  Anyone been there?  Any thoughts on how it compares to Chelsea?  Opinions?
>> 
>> Thanks
>> 
>> Nan
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