Forde Abbey, Chard, Somerset, TA20 4LU, are holding their Autumn Plant and Gardening Fair from 10.30am until 3pm on Saturday 5th September 2026. This Plant Fair takes place at the perfect time of the year when the Autumn colours are just taking hold. The Coffee Shop will be open throughout the day serving hot drinks, cakes and light bites from 10.30am until 4.30pm The Gift Shop, Eeles Pottery will also be open along with the Plant Nursery from 10.30am until 5pm, the nursery will be fully stocked with Spring bulbs and a diverse range of herbaceous perennials, many rare and unusual. All the plants in the nursery are grown at the Abbey. (The admission fee applies to all visitors including children over 15yrs) A reduced entry fee of £5 to the Plant & Gardening Fair, this includes admission to Forde Abbey’s award-winning 30 acre gardens. For more details, please click here.