Plantstock 2026 Starts Tomorrow! Everything You Need to Know Before the Gates Open
- Jonny Balchandani
- Jun 27
- 7 min read
Tomorrow...
After months of planning, digging, planting, building, organising, problem-solving, drinking far too much tea and occasionally wondering why I thought this was a good idea...
Plantstock is finally here. And honestly... It still blows my mind.
What started with around 100 people squeezed into my dining room, talking about houseplants, swapping cuttings and making new friends, has somehow become something people travel from all over the UK to be part of.
Tomorrow our home becomes Plantstock once again. Hundreds of people. Thousands of plants. Food. Games. Music. Prizes. Laughter. And one incredible community that understands why getting excited over a new leaf is completely normal.
Whether this is your very first Plantstock or you've been with us since the dining room days...
Thank you. Genuinely. None of this happens without every single one of you.
Watch the Full Plantstock Tour Before You Arrive
If you're wondering where to park... Where the entrance is... Where the toilets are... Where to find Plant Bingo... Or simply want a sneak peek before tomorrow...
We've filmed a complete walkthrough of Plantstock.
Watch the video below before you travel and you'll know exactly what to expect.
Arriving at Plantstock
When you arrive, simply follow the Plantstock signs onto the farm. Our brilliant parking marshals will guide you exactly where to go, so please don't worry if you've never visited before. We've got you covered from the moment you arrive.
If you're a Blue Badge holder or require accessible parking, we've reserved dedicated disabled parking spaces right beside the shipping container, giving you much easier access to the event.
Thousands of Houseplants
Let's be honest... This is why most of you are coming. We've packed the shipping container and our outdoor displays with thousands of houseplants.
Rare collector plants. Huge statement specimens. Affordable beginner plants. Baby plants. Something unusual. Something familiar.
Whether you've got £5 in your pocket or you've been saving for that one dream plant...
We've got something waiting for you.
Spin the Wheel of Luck!
One of the brand new additions for Plantstock this year... The Wheel of Luck! We've selected loads of baby plants worth between £2 and £10. But instead of paying the sticker price...
You'll spin the wheel. Whatever it lands on... That's what you pay.
You could grab yourself an absolute bargain. You could pay a little more. That's the gamble, tiny phone people.
See the Jungle
One of the questions I've been asked for years is... "Can we see the jungle?" The answer is...
Absolutely.
From the viewing area at the entrance you'll be able to look into the indoor jungle that's become the backdrop to so many of my videos. It's where this crazy adventure has grown over the years and I'm genuinely excited for you all to finally see it in person.
Explore Our Newly Restored Back Garden
For the very first time... We're opening up our newly restored back garden. Months of digging.
Planting. Moving things around. Changing my mind. Changing it again.
And now I finally get to share it with you. I genuinely can't wait to hear what you think.
Mum's Greenhouse
Plantstock wouldn't be Plantstock without Mum's greenhouse. Packed with succulents, cacti and outdoor plants, it's become one of everyone's favourite places to visit.
Just don't expect to pop in for two minutes...
She loves chatting almost as much as she loves plants.
Food, Coffee & Sweet Treats
Plant shopping is hungry work. Thankfully we've got plenty to keep you fuelled throughout the day.
You'll find:
• Breakfast
• BBQ
• Burgers
• Hot dogs
• Vegetarian options
• Tea & Coffee
• Cold drinks
• Brownies
• Cakes
• Sweet treats
• Ice cream
Basically... Nobody is leaving hungry.
Games & Chill Area
Need a break from shopping? We've got a dedicated games and chill area where you can sit down, meet fellow plant lovers and simply enjoy the atmosphere. Because Plantstock has never just been about buying plants.
It's about finding your people.
Plant Bingo
Think normal bingo... But much greener. Plant Bingo has become one of the biggest laughs of the day and there are plenty of prizes waiting to be won.
Don't miss it.
The Raffle
This year's raffle is honestly ridiculous. We've been absolutely blown away by the generosity of the businesses who've supported us. There are some incredible prizes waiting to be won.
And if that wasn't enough...
The Tombola
The tombola has somehow become bigger every single year. It's absolutely packed with fantastic prizes and bundles.
Honestly... You're going to want tickets.
Bringing Your Dog?
One of the questions we've been asked loads is...
"Can we bring our dog?"
Absolutely!
We love seeing your four-legged friends at Plantstock.
There are just a few things we'd ask you to bear in mind to help everyone have a brilliant day.
There is very little natural shade around the event, so please think carefully if it's going to be a hot day.
Dogs aren't permitted inside the buildings, including the shipping container and greenhouses, so please plan accordingly.
Please bring your own water bowl to keep your dog cool and happy throughout the day.
Don't forget to pack a few treats or some food if you're staying for a while.
Please keep your dog on a lead at all times.
Be mindful of those little paws on hot ground if the sun decides to make an appearance.
And finally, remember there'll be hundreds of people enjoying the day, so please help us keep Plantstock a safe and happy place for everyone, whether they have two legs or four.
We can't wait to meet your furry little sidekicks just as much as we can't wait to meet you.
A Huge Thank You to Every Business Supporting Plantstock
Plantstock simply wouldn't be what it is without the incredible businesses who choose to support this event.
Before the gates open tomorrow, I'd love to say thank you to every single one of them.
Please show these amazing businesses some love.
Aquaculture
Grow Tropicals
Shaken Udder
Thrive Fertilisers
Ninja Soil
Nurture System Fertiliser
Grow Gang Lights
Ecotribo
Made By Mitchell
Beauty Kick
Charlantino
Absolute Collagen
Skincare Galore
Good Times Roastery
Carburettor Coffee
Blue Lizard Textiles
Windy Ridge Loft Apartment, Malvern
Worcester Terrariums
Nicole's Jungle Paper Plants
Spirituum
Grange Farm Garden Centre
BrambleDown Designs
...and the many other amazing businesses and individuals who've donated prizes, shared the event, offered support behind the scenes and helped make Plantstock what it has become.
If you discover a new favourite business tomorrow, please give them a follow, visit their website or support them whenever you can.
They've supported us.
Let's support them back.
Don't Forget the Photo Booth!
We've built a brand new Plantstock photo booth this year. Please stop by. Grab a photo.
Tag us on social media. I absolutely love seeing Plantstock through your eyes.
Toilets
Yes... We have toilets.
Probably the most important paragraph in this entire blog.
You're welcome.
Before You Travel
A few quick reminders...
✔ Follow the Plantstock signs.
✔ Our marshals will guide you where to park.
✔ Blue Badge parking is available beside the shipping container.
✔ Wear comfortable shoes.
✔ Bring cash if you can (card payments over £5 are available).
✔ Bring sunscreen.
✔ Bring your best smile.
✔ Leave plenty of room in the car.
Seriously...
You're going to need it.
Accessibility at Plantstock
We want Plantstock to be as welcoming and enjoyable as possible for everyone.
If you're a Blue Badge holder or require accessible parking, we've reserved dedicated parking spaces right beside the shipping container, giving you much easier access to the event.
If you're visiting in a wheelchair, we just wanted to make you aware that, unfortunately, the inside of the shipping container plant shop isn't wheelchair accessible. The aisles are simply too narrow for us to safely accommodate wheelchairs while everyone is browsing. We know that's disappointing, and we're genuinely sorry. We've done everything we can with the space available, but safety has to come first.
The good news is that there are still thousands of plants outside the container to browse, along with our newly restored back garden, the jungle viewing area, Mum's greenhouse, the food court, games and chill area, Plant Bingo, the raffle, the tombola and everything else that makes Plantstock such a special day.
If you have any questions or need a hand while you're here, please don't hesitate to speak to one of our team. We're always happy to help however we can.
More Than Just a Plant Event
People often ask me what makes Plantstock different.
It's not the thousands of plants.
It's not the raffle.
It's not the food.
It's not even the games.
It's the people.
It's watching complete strangers become friends because they're both excited about the same Philodendron.
It's seeing people who've spoken online for years finally meet in person.
It's children buying their very first houseplant.
It's experienced collectors helping beginners.
It's everyone feeling like they belong.
Somewhere along the way...
Plantstock stopped being my event.
It became our event.
And I'll never stop being grateful for that.
Cash Really Is King at Plantstock!
A little favour from us before you set off.. We absolutely do accept card payments on purchases over £5.
However...
We're in the middle of the beautiful Worcestershire countryside, which also means we're in the middle of absolutely nowhere when it comes to mobile signal.
Our card machines rely on a very patchy Wi-Fi connection, and while they usually behave themselves, there are times when payments can be slow or occasionally refuse to cooperate.
If you can, please bring cash with you.
It'll make checkout much quicker, help keep the queues moving, and make life a whole lot easier for both you and us.
Please also note that our Wi-Fi is reserved for Plantstock staff only, as it's needed to keep our tills running and process card payments throughout the day. Unfortunately, we won't be able to share the Wi-Fi password with visitors.
Don't worry if you forget your cash though...
Card payments over £5 are still very welcome, and there Is a post office 5 minutes drive away, but cash will always be the quickest and smoothest option. Thank you for helping us keep everything running as smoothly as possible, so we can spend less time waiting for card machines... and more time talking about plants!
See You Tomorrow, Tiny Phone People
Tomorrow this quiet little farm becomes something really special. It becomes a place where people from all over the country come together because of a shared love of plants. Whether you're driving ten minutes... Or five hours...
Thank you for making the journey.
Travel safely.
Drive carefully.
Laugh loudly.
Meet someone new.
Support the amazing businesses that have supported us.
Buy that plant you've been talking yourself out of.
Spin the Wheel of Luck.
Play Plant Bingo.
Grab a raffle ticket.
Eat a brownie.
Take a photo.
And most importantly...
Enjoy every second.
I honestly can't wait to see every single one of you.
See you tomorrow.
One love, tiny phone people. 🌿
Jonny xx
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