speakers & lecturers
If you're a member of a garden club, horticultural society or similar organisation looking for a speaker to give a talk to your members, staff and others, then look no further than the Garden Media Guild members who are speakers and lecturers.
Members of the Garden Media Guild are either well-known writers, authors, photographers, bloggers, social media influencers, or radio or TV presenters. Our directory provides a list of the most popular talks they give – although they may have more – their contact details and fees.
Please note
This is a service for clubs and societies, provided by the Guild. The Garden Media Guild is not responsible for the speakers in any way and we cannot enter into any conversations with the clubs, societies and speakers concerning bookings, or any other matter, or any dispute that may arise from any subsequent bookings.
How to use
You can either see the full list of our members who give talks – simply scroll down the page – or you can search for a speaker.
If you know the name of the speaker you are interested in, type their name in the search box below.
If you're looking for a speaker within a certain distance of your club or society, type your postcode in the box plus the maximum number of miles you're willing for them to travel to you. You can also use the Speaker’s Home Town/City search box.
If you're looking for a specific topic, type this in the Talk Topic box. A list of all the speakers who talk on this subject will be returned.
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Virtual Talks Available
Lucy Chamberlain
Based in: Colchester, Essex, UK
Distance willing to travel:
Virtual talks available: Yes
Fees:
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Virtual Talks Available
Karen Chapman
As a professional horticulturist, landscape designer, award-winning author, and international speaker I love to share my passion and knowledge with others. Reviews: https://greatgardenspeakers.org/user/lejardinet/?profiletab=reviews
Based in: Duvall, WA, USA, United States of America
Distance willing to travel: International with expenses paid
Virtual talks available: Yes
Fees: Varies according to program and location. Please email to discuss
Talks:
Celebrating Fall
Deer-resistant Drama
Touchstones
Foliage & Focal Points
Creating Captivating Gardens
Foliage First
The Squish Factor
Design Dilemmas & Savvy Solutions
Full details: https://greatgardenspeakers.org/user/lejardinet/?profiletab=main
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Ruth Chivers
Based in: Gloucestershire, UK
Distance willing to travel: Negotiable
Virtual talks available: No
Fees:
Talks:
A Garden A Day
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Nigel Colborn
Writer, author, photographer, broadcaster, flower show judge, raconteur, RHS Vice Chairman
Based in: Haconby, Lincolnshire, UK
Distance willing to travel: Any distance
Virtual talks available: No
Fees: Consult agents: Limelight Management, 33 Newman Street, London W13 3PD; 020 7637 2529
Talks:
Each event is tailored specifically for the client/society/club. Topics of speciality include: sustainable gardening, creative planting, the world's flora in British gardens and elsewhere, humour in the garden, biodiversity and good gardening, gardening in public places.
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Virtual Talks Available
Tom Coleman
As a social media expert working with a plethora of brands across the horticulture industry, Tom is an expert in getting brands, businesses & personalities more visible on social media. He holds regular workshops & masterclasses across the spectrum of social media, reels, filming, marketing & business and specifically for the horticulture industry.
Based in: Leicester, Leicestershire, UK
Distance willing to travel: unlimited as long as travel costs covered.
Virtual talks available: Yes
Fees: £200 for an hour session
+ any travel expenses incurred
Talks:
An introduction to social media - Why social media is important to grow your business, an overview of all social media channels and their audiences and an introduction and tour of Instagram.
Boosting your confidence on social media - the importance of showing up and showing your face and how to do it with my step by step plan.
A deep dive into Instagram Reels - A focussed session on what makes a great reel, the different types of reel, the 'success factors' to making them fly, like trending audio and great hooks, and a demo of basic editing & posting.
Reels 'Expert Level' - A deeper insight into reels and what makes them tick. All of the things to think about to make a great reel, drive engagement, growth and sales. Includes transitions, collaborations, automations and more.
Marketing your business through social media - It's rare that you'll sell anything by directly posting on social media, even by sharing a link. You need to create a 'marketing funnel' via your website and emails and automation, make it as easy as possible for people, fewer clicks, lead pages, and lead magnets. Sounds scary, but I'll show you how in this interactive talk.
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Christopher Collins
Writer, Lecturer, Author, TV broadcaster
Based in: London, UK
Distance willing to travel: UK wide
Virtual talks available: No
Fees: £150 - £300 plus expenses
Talks:
A Year at Westminster Abbey
A British Gardener abroad ( Working in Cameroon & Japan)
Urban Organic gardening
How to Grow a School Garden
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Virtual Talks Available
Matthew Collins
Based in: Hampshire, UK
Distance willing to travel:
Virtual talks available: Yes
Fees:
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Virtual Talks Available
Vicki Cooke
Based in: London, UK
Distance willing to travel: 30 miles
Virtual talks available: Yes
Fees: £90 plus travel
Talks:
- Vegetable seed saving
- The creation of the walled kitchen garden at Hampton Court
Contact
Virtual Talks Available
Martyn Cox
Qualified horticulturist, plants person and garden communicator. A former staff member at BBC Gardeners' World Magazine and Amateur Gardening, he’s been self-employed for 17 years. He’s written 11 books, appears on TV and radio, and delivered over 800 gardening columns for The Mail on Sunday.
Based in: Southsea
Distance willing to travel: 1-1.5 hours from Southsea/Portsmouth
Virtual talks available: Yes
Fees: £130 plus mileage
Talks:
- The Secret History Of Vegetables
- The Hidden World Of Fruit
- Seasonal Plants With Impact
- Britain’s Best Plants
- How To Grow Crops In Pots
- Big Ideas For Small Spaces
- Clever Ways To Grow Vegetables
- 10 Easy Ways To Become A Greener Gardener
- The Ups and Downs Of Opening A Garden For Charity
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Virtual Talks Available
Ray Cox
With over 20 years' experience as a professional garden photographer I can give lectures to gardening clubs, photography clubs or anyone who is interested in the topic.
Based in: Perth, Scotland
Distance willing to travel: 100 miles
Virtual talks available: Yes
Fees: Inquire to discuss details.
Talks:
Garden Photography
Garden and Outdoor Photography
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