The UK’s garden centre sector delivered robust trading results in November, according to the latest HTA December Market Update. Read more - members only

Caulders Garden Centre has opened a new 300-seater restaurant at Kirkintilloch following a £2 million investment, creating jobs, enhancing hospitality and reinforcing the business’s commitment to sustainable growth. Read more - open to all

Climate scientist Professor Tamsin Edwards will speak at the GCA’s 2026 Annual Conference, sharing expert insight on climate change, uncertainty and environmental research relevant to the garden centre sector. Read more - open to all

Pleydell Smithyman, a well-known consultancy specialising in garden centres and farm shops, has announced the appointment of Kathryn Farden and Andrew Burton as its newest directors. Read more - open to all

APAC expands into the garden centre market, appointing Hannah Shoesmith as Head of Sales. In addition former Crest MD, Nick Davies, has been brought in to help. Read more - open to all

British Garden Centres has raised an outstanding £52,000 for Greenfingers Charity during its 25th anniversary year, surpassing 2024’s total through nationwide fundraising events, volunteering, and support at major horticultural shows. Read more - open to all

The Colegrave Seabrook Foundation has appointed two new trustees, strengthening its support of education and career development within horticulture. Read more - open to all

What drew Sam Dickson, an experienced FMCG retailer, to become MD of Squire’s, one of the most successful family owned garden centre groups in the UK? Read more - members only

Hayes Garden Land, at Bogend near Symington, will be closed for the foreseeable future following a devastating fire. Read more - members only

Five finalists have been announced for the GCA’s Westland-sponsored Rising Stars programme, following a year of workshops and sustainability projects. They will present at the 2026 GCA Conference, where the winner is chosen. Read more - open to all

The UK garden centre market experienced a robust surge in 2025, with transaction volumes reaching their highest levels in recent years, reports Christie & Co. Read more - members only