Garden Centre Association

Garden Centre Association Better standards, better business. We represent 200 garden centres nationwide, which strive to ensure customer satisfaction.

We recognise that the achievement of high standards is a necessary part of our members’ long term success and profitability and through the inspection programme we help them attain that. Sharing information and experiences at all levels helps to achieve excellence in customer service, plant quality and reliability. Winter Conferences and study tours for garden centre proprietors, managers and staf

f are an important part of the work of the GCA to enhance good communication skills and advise members of the latest retail initiatives to encourage customers to visit garden centres.

🌿 Sponsor our   and get in front of the nation’s top garden centre decision-makers!Opportunities of all sizes available ...
02/09/2026

🌿 Sponsor our and get in front of the nation’s top garden centre decision-makers!

Opportunities of all sizes available including tea breaks, pens, awards, speakers & more.

Find out more:
https://gca.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2027_SponsorshipBrochureA5.pdf

📧 [email protected] or [email protected]

We’re delighted to be attending the Four Oaks Trade Show today and tomorrow! 🌱You’ll find us in the Education Zone, wher...
02/09/2026

We’re delighted to be attending the Four Oaks Trade Show today and tomorrow! 🌱

You’ll find us in the Education Zone, where our GROW e-Learning Platform Instructional Designer, Antony, and Executive Assistant, Laura, will be on hand to chat with visitors, members, and new connections, alike.

Come and say hello and discover how GROW is supporting learning and development across the garden centre sector.

🔗 www.fouroaks-tradeshow.com

📢 The full programme for our Annual Conference 2027 has now been revealed!Join us in January at the Crowne Plaza, Stratf...
01/09/2026

📢 The full programme for our Annual Conference 2027 has now been revealed!

Join us in January at the Crowne Plaza, Stratford-upon-Avon, for industry insights, inspiration and networking.

Featuring an exceptional line-up including: ⭐ Sir Jason Kenny CBE ⭐ Kate Hardcastle MBE ⭐ Justin King CBE ⭐ Clive Humby OBE ⭐ John Vincent MBE ⭐ Reverend Richard Coles

Plus, economic updates, retail trends, leadership insights, AGM, awards, gala dinner and much more.

Read the full programme and find out more 👇

🔗 www.gca.org.uk/full-programme-revealed-for-our-annual-conference-2027/

📣 Calling all GCA garden centre members!Have you delivered a standout marketing campaign over the past year? Our Worrall...
01/09/2026

📣 Calling all GCA garden centre members!

Have you delivered a standout marketing campaign over the past year?

Our Worrall Cup 2026 competition is NOW OPEN, earlier than normal, giving you extra time to showcase your best work.

Entries OPEN TODAY September 1 and close October 31, 2026, with the winner announced at our Annual Conference in January 2027.

Find out why we’ve changed the timetable and how to enter 👇

www.gca.org.uk/entries-for-worrall-cup-open-earlier-than-normal/

📢 SEE REVEREND RICHARD COLES at  !From pop stardom with The Communards to becoming a broadcaster, bestselling author and...
31/08/2026

📢 SEE REVEREND RICHARD COLES at !

From pop stardom with The Communards to becoming a broadcaster, bestselling author and priest, Richard has built a remarkable career and brings a unique perspective on:

✨ Leadership
✨ Building strong communities
✨ The importance of human connection

Known for his wit, warmth and engaging storytelling, Richard’s session promises to be both thought-provoking and entertaining.

🎤 He joins an outstanding line-up of speakers, including Sir Jason Kenny CBE and Justin King, making an event not to be missed.

🎟️ Book your place through the members’ area of our website and secure your spot at one of the key events in the garden centre industry calendar.

👉 Find out more: www.gca.org.uk/richard-coles-to-speak-at-our-conference-tickets-go-on-sale-today/

📸 Copyright Matt Crockett

🌱 You don’t have to be a   to join the GCA!We also welcome suppliers and businesses that work with and support the garde...
30/08/2026

🌱 You don’t have to be a to join the GCA!

We also welcome suppliers and businesses that work with and support the garden centre industry.

Becoming a GCA Associate Member is a great way to connect with leading garden retailers, raise your profile and build valuable relationships across the sector.

👉 Find out more about Associate Membership: https://gca.org.uk/suppliers/
Interested in joining? We’d love to hear from you, so get in touch to discuss how your business can become part of the GCA community.



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🌞 Tomorrow marks the last Bank Holiday before Christmas.Wishing all our member centres a busy and successful Bank Holida...
29/08/2026

🌞 Tomorrow marks the last Bank Holiday before Christmas.

Wishing all our member centres a busy and successful Bank Holiday Weekend!

🌞 Member   – what’s happening at your centre this Bank Holiday Weekend?Are you planning anything special to help make th...
28/08/2026

🌞 Member – what’s happening at your centre this Bank Holiday Weekend?

Are you planning anything special to help make the most of the long weekend?

🌸 Special offers or promotions
🎨 Family activities
🍰 Seasonal menus
🎶 Live music

We’d love to hear what you’ve got planned! Share your events, activities and promotions in the comments and inspire fellow GCA members. 👇

🌿 Peter Burks, our CEO, is taking part in a special panel discussion at Four Oaks Trade Show on September 2 at 12.30pm e...
28/08/2026

🌿 Peter Burks, our CEO, is taking part in a special panel discussion at Four Oaks Trade Show on September 2 at 12.30pm entitled: “How Perennial, the charity of the industry, can support both you and your employees.”

Hosted by Perennial, the session will explore the vital role the charity plays in supporting individuals and businesses across horticulture through its free and confidential services.

Joining the panel with Peter are:

🌱 Steve Harper, Grass Gains
🌱 David Salisbury, The Farplants Group
🌱 Nikki Burton, Melcourt
🌱 Helen Waddington, Perennial - Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society

The discussion will highlight why Perennial is such an important resource for our industry and the crucial role played by Perennial Partners. Their support helps ensure horticulturists can access assistance when they need it most, from wellbeing and financial guidance to legal support and advice.

Whether you’re looking to support your team, strengthen your ESG commitments, or learn more about how Perennial is helping our industry respond to evolving challenges, we'd love to see you there.

Address

4 Marcher Court, Sealand Road
Chester
CH16BS

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

01244 952170

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