London’s leading
land-based college Capel Manor, has partnered with The Game Fair to design and
create specialist gardens that will span over an acre.
A show garden of
this scale has never been attempted before but with the College’s outstanding
reputation for garden design, innovation and young talent, the garden is highly
anticipated.
Established in
1959, The Game Fair is a prestigious event that celebrates British country life
and boasts a comprehensive itinerary for the whole family.
Lord and Lady
Salisbury’s Hatfield House Estate will play host to The Game Fair from 26 – 28
July 2019; this is the second time the event has taken place at this unique
venue since its inception.
Just over 25
minutes from Kings Cross by train, Hatfield House has unparalleled access to
London, and is located within a vast catchment area of both rural and urban
communities.
The Game Fair
Gardens, designed by Capel Manor College’s RHS Gold medallists, will create an
immersive and interactive experience, telling the story of the countryside,
estates, country gardens, traditional practices and innovations through themed
gardens. Visitors can expect kitchen gardens, traditional crafts, art,
sculpture and superb design in the setting of Hatfield House which already has
an international reputation among garden enthusiasts.
Lady Salisbury
commented: “It is wonderful that this year The Game Fair is encouraging our
apprentices and students to use their skills and knowledge to create a
spectacular garden at Hatfield.
"As Patron
of the College, specialising in land-based subjects across London, I know this
RHS award-winning team will provide inspiration to gardeners and will show with
a good design, what can be grown. Seeing what people can do is always a pleasure
as well as providing a vital contribution to our green open spaces.”
Malcolm Goodwin,
Principal at Capel Manor College added: “We are very excited to be bringing a
substantial display of horticulture and environmental skills to The Game Fair
at Hatfield House to showcase the many talents of our students and staff.
"The
College provides fantastic opportunities for young people and career changers
alike; this exhibit will show how people can have wonderful careers by learning
how to create beautiful gardens, produce food from the land and look after the
countryside, trees and wildlife to create a healthier, more attractive,
productive and accessible environment for everyone.”
