Awards unveiled for RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival 2024

In a glorious display of horticultural excellence, the RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival 2024 saw a multitude of gardens receiving accolades. Among the standout winners, several gardens shone particularly bright, claiming the coveted silver gilt medal.

The Strive and Thrive garden, a testament to resilience and growth, joined the ranks of the celebrated, as did The Explore Charleston Garden, a captivating ode to the charm of the Lowcountry. The Sounds of Adventure Garden, a creation by Exodus Adventure Travels, showcased the beauty of nature intertwined with the spirit of adventure, though the festival's search results do not provide information about its creator or the award it received.

The Moonshadow Moth Garden, a nocturnal haven, and The Moss Magic Garden, a celebration of the verdant and the mysterious, also received silver gilt medals. The Climate-Forward Garden, a vision of sustainability and innovation, and The Lighthouse Garden, a beacon of tranquillity, rounded off the list of silver gilt medal winners.

A Four Season Sanctuary, a garden designed for year-round enjoyment, and The University of Sheffield Beautifully Stressed Garden, a serene space for contemplation, also earned silver gilt medals. Wild Child Cornwall, a garden that encourages children to connect with nature, and Lancaster's Garden of Renewal, Nature's Embrace, a testament to the power of community and recovery, also received the prestigious award.

However, not all gardens were as fortunate. The Making Sense Garden, The Lighthouse Garden, and The Ripple Effect Raingarden received silver medals, while By Way of St James and The Edible Garden at Berkeley Castle received silver medals. The Winds of Change, a garden designed to inspire change, received a gold medal, as did The Mediterraneo Garden, a vibrant tribute to the Mediterranean.

The B-Lines Garden, a garden that encourages biodiversity, was the festival's top winner, taking home the gold medal. Our Forgotten Neighbours: Growing Resilience with Food Forests, a garden promoting sustainability and community, also received a gold medal.

The RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival 2024 was a resounding success, showcasing the best of horticultural design and innovation. The silver gilt medal winners, in particular, demonstrated a commitment to excellence and a passion for creating beautiful, meaningful spaces that inspire and delight.