Yorkshire Regional Event - Castle Howard Estate
HTA Regional Events
These events offer a chance to connect and engage with fellow HTA members at various venues, learn from industry experts on topics affecting you, and share your voice to make a difference in environmental Horticulture.

We invite you to join us at Castle Howard Estate on Thursday 25 June for an enjoyable and informative meeting at this stunning venue; one of Britain’s most celebrated houses, set within a landscape of unparalleled beauty.
Enjoy a tour of the wholesale tree nursery and Arboretum, garden centre, gardens, café and shop.
The day will include presentations from Guy Thallon, Head of Natural Environment at Castle Howard and design & business consultant Paul Pleydell of Pleydell Smithyman will speak on 'Building resilience: how vision-driven strategy can deliver growth'
This is the perfect occasion for you to meet other HTA members from your area and chat with them about their experiences and thoughts for the future.
A complimentary lunch will be provided.
Early booking recommended. We look forward to seeing you there!
Date: Thursday 25 June 2026
Time: 10.00 – 15.30
Venue: Castle Howard Estate
Address: Castle Howard, York YO60 7DA
Agenda:
- Welcome and introductions
- Guy Thallon, Head of Natural Environment, Castle Howard Estate
- Paul Pleydell, Pleydell Smithyman
- Lunch
- Tour of the nursery and gardens
- HTA policy work on the cost of doing business
- Free time to further explore the gardens and house.
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