Ruislip Central Horticultural Society is a membership-based, non-profit organisation dedicated to all things horticultural.
The RCHS has a long and impressive history. Established in 1949 on the theme of ‘the encouragement and improvement of the best fruit, the most choice flowers and the most useful culinary vegetables‘, the Society has continued to promote all aspects of horticulture.
Whilst we cherish our history, the Society strives to maintain a modern outlook, helping to promote horticulture to the next generation of gardeners and horticulturists. We are always working hard to bring in young blood to the society, to create a future generation that can carry forward the satisfactions of mother nature
The Society acts as a valuable resource to its members on horticultural matters, as well as organising flower shows, talks and events. The RCHS promotes the interests of garden and allotment cultivators, bringing people together who have similar interests, to share experience and knowledge. The society also incorporates a specialist Cactus Section, which holds its own events and meetings, and also has a great part to play in our three shows each year. Membership to the RCHS includes access to all Cactus Section events. It also includes access to the Eastcote Horticultural Society trading centre. See drop down menu above for details.
Membership is open to all, with the group being based around the Ruislip, Uxbridge and Pinner areas. We have members from areas as far as Hayes, Northwood, Moor Park and Watford.
The annual membership fee is a nominal £5, with all proceeds being directed back into the Society.
RCHS Latest News
Updated regularly
Spirit of Christmas – Wisley Christmas Glow trip
To get the members of the RCHS in to the spirit of Christmas the committee have organised a trip to Wisley on Sunday, the 8th December. This is the first day of their Winter Glow extravaganza. As it gets dark the garden and the glass house are lit up...
Maurice Jeffrey
The committee have been informed of the death of Maurice Jeffrey, better known, to older members, as Jeff. He had been very active in the Society for a long time before he and his wife moved to Devon. He was known as the daffodil man as he always showed at...
Christmas Yule log Demo SOLD OUT
Christmas Yule Log Demo Thank you to all who have purchased a ticket to see the Demonstration of the Christmas Yule Log and many other secret Christmas themed goodies unfortunately the tickets have now SOLD OUT However I do have a waiting list so if you would like...
To end the year 4 events to suit all tastes
As we approach the end of the year the RCHS has four events that will bring 2019 to a satisfying conclusion. This coming Tuesday, 15th October, the talk is on Aquatic plants; the following week on Saturday, 26th October, there is the Quiz supper. You...
Caroline Everett – Anglo Aquatic Plants
On Tuesday, 15th October, the talk will be about aquatic plants. Caroline Everett runs this local family company. Her talk will cover the history of the firm and how the nursery produces aquatic plants and she will give an insight in to the future for...
Supper Quiz tickets on Sale
Members can now buy tickets for the Supper quiz to be held on Saturday, 26th October at 7pm. They will be on sale at the Bob Flowerdew talk and at the talk in October (Water Gardens). Members can buy a table for 6 or buy tickets for an individual or pair. ...
Autumn Show – September 7th Report, Results and Photographs
The Show report, with photographs and results, is now available to read. Go to the top of the page and click on Show reports.
Open Garden – 15th September
On Sunday, 15th September there is an Open Garden event at 4, Ormonde Road, Moor Park, Northwood, HA6 2EL. This will be held between 2 and 5pm. Adults £5.50 and children go free. All proceeds to Charity. A reminder of the Autumn Show this weekend -...
Your help needed – Autumn Show 7th September
Dear Members - the Autumn Show is fast approaching and once again your help and participation is needed. First of all the Show needs exhibits - even one flower or one craft item or make one floral art exhibit and this will contribute to the success of the...
Forthcoming Events 2019
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Dec8Sun13:30 RHS Wisley Christmas GlowRHS Wisley Christmas GlowDec 8 @ 13:30 – 19:00
This coach trip takes place on Sunday, 8th December. The coach will leave St Martins Approach car park, Ruislip, HA4 7DQ at 1.30 pm and will leave Wisely at 7pm returning to Ruislip. The ticket[...]Dec17Tue14:00 Christmas Demonstration led by W...Christmas Demonstration led by W...Dec 17 @ 14:00 – 17:00Details to be found on website nearer the date.