It’s Common Ground UK Apple Day tomorrow! A wonderful celebration of Britain’s rich apple-growing heritage, Apple Day highlights the importance of orchards and the incredible range of British apple varieties that deserve to be enjoyed and preserved. gca.org.uk/find-a-garden-cen…

NEWS! Our members recorded an overall sales increase of +7.05% last month when compared to September 2025, according to our latest Barometer of Trade (BoT) released today. It was another excellent month for members with some very strong performances. gca.org.uk/septembers-bot-sh…

🏆#WinnersOfTheWeek #GCAConf2026 🌿 As we look back on the incredible achievements celebrated at #GCAConf2026 this week, we’re shining a spotlight on our prestigious Garden Centre of the Year winners and runners up! 👏 Who will be taking home the top honours at #GCAConf2027?

🎻#GCAConf2027 Monday EVENING ENTERTAINMENT REMINDER...Get ready to kick off the social programme at #GCAConf2027 with the fantastic Triple Scotch Ceilidh Band! Conference tickets are available and can be booked via the members’ area of our website: gca.org.uk

🎅✨ Our members-only Christmas Tour of the North on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 includes a two-hour visit to Bents, complete with a buffet lunch and plenty of time to explore one of the UK’s most innovative retail destinations. £25pp 📧 Book: [email protected] Bus will be provided.

📣 Calling all garden centre members! Worrall Cup competition – ENTRIES CLOSE OCT31, 2026, with the winner announced at our Annual Conference in January 2027. Have you delivered a standout marketing campaign over the past year? Find out how to enter 👇 gca.org.uk/entries-for-worra…

🎅🎄✨ This is a FINAL CALL for our Christmas Competition sponsored by @Gisela_Graham . ✨🎄🎅 The closing date for entries is TODAY, Oct 16. To apply, please get in touch with your Area Chair. Trophies presented at our conference in January 2027. #GCAConf2027

⏰Don’t miss your chance to join our LONDON CHRISTMAS RETAIL TOUR 2026, Wed, Nov 4 A full day of festive inspiration visiting London’s leading retail destinations, including Hamleys, Liberty, Selfridges, Fortnum & Mason and more! 📧 [email protected] BOOK BY TOMORROW, MON, OCT 16

🎤From pop star to broadcasting & the Church, few speakers have a story like Rev Richard Coles. Join him at our Conference as he shares his unique perspective on trust, ethics, leadership &human connection. Tickets gca.org.uk. #GCAConf2027 📸Copyright Matt Crockett

From Oct 30, employers are expected to take all reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment, not simply respond when it occur. GROW includes a course to help employees identify sexual harassment, understand responsibilities & learn how to prevent it. gca.org.uk/gca-grow-informat…

🌟#AssociateOfTheWeek 🌟 Say hello to @opus_safety spotted at #GCAConf2026! 👋 Supporting businesses with professional health and safety services, training and advice. 🔗 opus-safety.co.uk/ #GardenCentre #GCAConf2027 #HealthAndSafety #AssociateOfTheWeek

What makes shoppers STOP, ENGAGE & BUY? Find out on our London Christmas Retail Tour 2026. We’re asking for a £10 donation pp, with all proceeds supporting Greenfingers. Lunch is kindly sponsored by Smart Garden Products. Weds, Nov 4 BOOK BY MON, OCT 16: [email protected]

🎅🎄✨ Thank you to all our members who have entered our Christmas Competition sponsored by @Gisela_Graham – the judging process will start next month! We can’t wait to see the displays.Good luck everyone! Trophies will be presented at our conference in January 2027. #GCAConf2027

REMINDER…Garden centre members can submit their marketing campaigns for the Worrall Cup until October 31, giving more time to prepare entries ahead of the busy festive season. Read more & start planning your entry garden centres: gca.org.uk/entries-for-worra… #WorrallCup #GCAConf2027

From quality plants and expert advice to inspiring displays and exceptional service, our member garden centres are here to help you make the most of your garden. 📍Find your nearest GCA garden centre: gca.org.uk/find-a-garden-cen… #GardenCentre #Gardening #PlantLovers #ShopLocal 🌿

How wildlife-friendly is your garden? 🌿🐦 Native hedging does much more than mark boundaries. It provides nesting sites, winter food sources and safe routes for wildlife to move through our landscapes. gca.org.uk/how-native-hedgin… @WyevaleNurs

☕🎄 After meeting at Klondyke High Legh Garden Centre at 9am on Tues, Nov 3, 2026, our Christmas Tour North 2026 participants will head to The Hollies Farm Shop for coffee & a site visit. 📧 Book: [email protected] Bus will be provided from Klondyke High Legh Garden Centre.

📚Looking to develop your team’s skills and confidence? Our GROW e-learning facility provides garden centre staff with flexible training to enhance their knowledge and expertise, helping them deliver even better customer service. gca.org.uk/gca-grow-informat… #GardenCentre

Our London Christmas Retail Tour is your chance to see some of the UK’s most memorable festive retail experiences & bring inspo back to your business 📅 Weds, Nov 4. 💚 £10pp donated to Greenfingers 🥪 Lunch sponsors Smart Garden Products 📧 [email protected] 📧 Book by Oct 16