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Gardening experts

Experienced garden designer, lecturer & writer, shaping landscapes globally with expertise in design & education.

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Renowned flower & garden photographer captures nature's beauty worldwide with passion and expertise.

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Artisan florist, gardener, and teacher at Doddington Hall, championing British-grown flowers.

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Horticulturist, writer, and gardener in Somerset, growing food, raising livestock, and sharing her expertise.

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Renowned horticulturist with 30+ years' experience, RHS Gold Medalist, prolific writer, lecturer & consultant.

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Legendary Dutch garden designer, nurseryman and author. Working alongside Dr Kingsbury for his Learning with Expert's courses.

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Renowned garden designer and author known for naturalistic planting and collaborating with Piet Oudolf.

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World-renowned for his finesse with plants, Chris Beardshaw has become one of the most highly regarded and influential figures in design and horticulture.

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Senior RHS Examiner, horticultural consultant, trainer, and former Head of Horticulture.

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Horticulture lecturer and plant scientist with 20+ years of experience.

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PhD candidate at the University of Edinburgh and a chartered landscape architect with 8 years of experience.

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Passionate plant collector, garden designer, creator of Hunting Brook Gardens in Ireland.

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Award-winner garden designer and teacher skilled in urban and country spaces.

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Avatar of Neill Ludmon

Former garden design teacher at Capel Manor College and freelance planting designer and workshop leader.

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Avatar of Tom Cole

Experienced educator, horticulturist, BBC broadcaster, and RHS Associate specializing in land-based education.

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Renowned landscape architect blending naturalism with modernity; experienced garden designer and educator.

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Avatar of Dr Audrey Timm

Global horticultural expert shaping green cities, sustainability, and historic garden conservation.

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Avatar of Jacqueline van der Kloet

Renowned bulb expert and garden designer, collaborator with Piet Oudolf. Passionate about naturalistic designs.

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Avatar of Dr Toby Musgrave

Passionate garden designer, historian, author, lecturer, and blogger at Garden History Matters.

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Avatar of Michael King

Senior Botanist at Kew Gardens and designer and author specializing in perennials, ornamental grasses, and tulips.

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Pip is an RHS judge, floral designer, and former Hillier Garden Centres buyer with expertise in climbers.

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Avatar of Michael Marriott

A leading authority on roses, former David Austin head Rosarian, with 35 years' experience designing rose gardens globally.

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Avatar of David Parfitt

Visual artist specializing in site-specific sculpture and public art, emphasizing social collaboration.

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Avatar of Philip Chandler

An advocate for natural beekeeping who developed Top Bar Hives and authored The Barefoot Beekeeper.

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Food & Drink experts

Avatar of Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall

Award-winning advocate for ethical food, sustainability, and environmental stewardship, celebrated writer and broadcaster.

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Avatar of Rosalind Miller

Inspired by New York’s Magnolia Bakery, Rosalind Miller founded her eponymous cake business, now renowned for elegant, design-led cakes and sweet treats.

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Avatar of Atul Kochhar

Michelin-starred chef who redefined Indian cuisine in the UK, blending traditional flavours with contemporary style.

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With a background in top kitchens, Rachel is an author and expert in fermentation, local food initiatives, and culinary tutoring.

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Avatar of Michel Roux Jr

Chef de cuisine at Le Gavroche, the first UK restaurant to achieve three Michelin stars.

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Avatar of Andrew Kojima

MasterChef finalist teaches Japanese cuisine, combining technical skill, passion, and rich heritage.

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Award-winning cheesemaker from Feltham’s Farm

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One of the UK's most revered charcuterie makers.

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Co-founder and executive chef of HIDE and Michelin-starred Dabbous.

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Avatar of John Wright

Foraging expert and author with decades of experience sharing wild food wisdom and leading nature expeditions.

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Avatar of Andy Tyrrell

Passionate baker and chef champions farm-to-fork ethos teaches nationwide and shares the joy of cooking.



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Avatar of Gill Meller

River Cottage chef, advocate for simple, seasonal cooking, award-winning author and columnist.

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Avatar of Adam Crofts

Organic gardening expert dedicated to seasonal, sustainable produce for River Cottage.

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Chef Tutor at River Cottage.

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River Cottage Culinary Director pioneering farm-to-fork ethos, passionate sustainability ambassador.

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Executive Chef of high-end plant-based restaurant Plates in east London that blends food, art, and travel.



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Leading British chocolatier known for his inventive creations who has won numerous awards and is a celebrated TV personality.

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Avatar of Naomi Devlin

Nutrition expert and unashamed foodie teaching at the River Cottage Cookery School.

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Lifelong forager who is a leading expert and figure in the movement.

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TV presenter and wine writer who demystifies wine, making it fun and accessible for all.

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Craft beer expert with over 20 years of experience, including as a BJCP Certified Judge, Siebel/Doemens Bier Sommelier, and award-winning homebrewer.

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Master of Culinary Arts and Chef Patissier at Belmond Le Manoir leads a team of 13 pastry chefs.

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Head Chef at The Hind’s Head who blends creativity and precision to perfect traditional British dishes with a Heston twist.

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Michelin-starred chef leads Ormer Mayfair, blending British cuisine with global influences.

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Photography experts

Avatar of Stuart Freedman

Renowned photographer & writer acclaimed for global coverage & exhibitions, recognized by numerous awards.

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Avatar of David Handley

Renowned photographer excels in children's fashion worldwide, blending artistry with commercial success.

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Avatar of Clive Nichols

Renowned flower & garden photographer captures nature's beauty worldwide with passion and expertise.

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Avatar of Michael Freeman

The world's top author of photography books.

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Avatar of Heather Angel

Renowned wildlife photographer, prolific author, and lecturer recognized globally for her nature photography.

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Internationally acclaimed photographer, architect, and educator. Revolutionizing fine art photography.

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Photography expert turned visionary educator transforming conservation storytelling through pioneering courses.

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Floristry experts

London-based floral designer of exquisite, timeless arrangements with over 20 years of experience.

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Avatar of Charlie Ryrie

Journalist-turned-gardener who founded The Real Cut Flower Garden and The British Flower School.

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Avatar of Paula Pryke

World-renowned florist who changed the face of British floristry.

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Artisan florist, gardener, and teacher at Doddington Hall, championing British-grown flowers.

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Antiques experts

Avatar of David Rago

Expert in American ceramics, co-founder of renowned auction house, lecturer, and Antiques Roadshow appraiser.

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Avatar of Juliette Goggin

Crafting expert, designer, and author known for upcycled creations and designs with recycled and vintage materials.

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Avatar of Marc Allum

Acclaimed antiques expert and broadcaster who has contributed to 16+ books and is a longtime BBC Antiques Roadshow specialist.

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Avatar of Erin-Marie Wallace

Renowned arts professional, auctioneer, and appraiser. Expert in fine art and ceramics.

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Wellbeing experts

Pioneering UK physician who has revolutionised public health, screening, and healthcare systems globally.

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Avatar of Val Edge

Fitness teacher shares her passion for movement and community, inspiring others for over 40 years.

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Avatar of Steve Backshall

BAFTA-winning naturalist and explorer who is renowned for BBC's Deadly 60 and global adventure documentaries.

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Breathing teachers and practitioners who have been teaching breathwork for over 20 years.

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Art & Design experts

Avatar of Tricia Guild & Designers Guild Studio

Visionary pioneer of interior design, renowned for vibrant creations since the 1970s, setting trends globally.

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Avatar of Rosso Emerald Crimson

Award-winning portrait artist known for her vibrant, classical realism and female figures.

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Jewellery Experts

Avatar of Joanna Hardy

Renowned jewellery specialist, author, lecturer, and curator. BBC Antiques Roadshow regular.

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