ANDOVER town centre will be bursting with blossoms and blooms later this month when a new Gardening Fair takes place.

On Sunday, May 22, visitors will be able to enjoy a special plant market, featuring a variety of stalls from organisations including Longstock Nurseries, based at The Leckford Estate.

Local businesses will also be selling a range of goods from plants and flowers to garden ornaments and eco-friendly products.

Children can also have fun participating in a series of activities, including storytelling selling sessions, and seed growing with Waitrose throughout the day.

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There is also the chance to enjoy a summer tipple from the ‘Andover TAP on Tour’ horsebox and have a taste of the Caribbean with some Jerk Chicken or a Jacket Potato from the ‘Tatty McSpudface’ stall as they relax and listen to some jazz music and show tunes in the Time Ring.

The event will be located in Andover High Street, where many of the shops on the High Street and inside the Chantry Centre will be open on the day.

Leader of Test Valley Borough Council, Cllr Phil North, said: “We’re really pleased to be hosting a new gardening event in the town. Spring is an ideal time of year for people to make the most of their outdoor space and this event will be a great opportunity for all the family to take part in some outdoor activities.”

The Gardening Fair is organised by Test Valley Borough Council, in partnership with Andover BID, and is open from 10am to 3pm.

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