Open Weekends at Laurence Hobbs Orchids -ideal for gifts!

Lots of spectacular flowers,  Bright, Beautiful Colours 

Come along and see – Mail order available for Christmas and other events!

Christmas Open Weekend: Sat Dec 14th & Sun Dec 15th: Open 10.00 – 5.00

Stuck for a Christmas Idea? Come and visit our nursery and enjoy the beautiful selection of plants along with a cuppa & cake, sherry and mince pies also waiting! Family and friends welcome. Discounts apply on most plants. See further details below.

Cant make it? Laurence will also be at the nursery on 21st & 22nd Dec so feel free to drop in and see our colourful orchids

The Orchid Nursery is normally open by appointment only except for our Open Weekend Events as above. If you wish to visit on other dates please call 07961 350053 to arrange a convenient time.

Tel Contact details for all enquiries – please call 07961 350053

Events in 2020

Jan 18/19 orchid sales days

Feb 15/16 Open Weekend

March 14/15 Open weekend

Plant Lists Update – Call direct and/or see our plant list page 

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2nd Leasingham Show update:

Lincolnshire Orchid Show Donates more than £700 to Air Ambulance

Orchid enthusiasts and plant lovers gathered at Leasingham Village Hall on October 5th and raised a fantastic £739.50, which was presented to the Lincs/Notts Air Ambulance service.

The 2nd Lincolnshire Orchid Show, hosted by Laurence Hobbs Orchids, attracted 210 visitors who were treated to stunning flower displays, along with a magnificent selection of plants from multiple RHS Gold Medal Winners Craig House Cacti

Not to forget the delicious homemade cakes, fine food fare and other treats which were also available to keep all the helpers and visitors sustained throughout the day!

East Midlands Orchid Society were awarded the Best Species and Best Hybrid in show with fabulous displays also from the Hinckley & District Orchid Society and the North East Orchid Society. The Lincs/Notts Air Ambulance were also represented.

“We couldn’t have run this show without the wonderful support from our friends and colleagues in the orchid and plant world and from the local community,” said Laurence Hobbs, who along with business partner Sandra Holland co-owns the Sussex-based orchid business.

“With so many to thank for their efforts, from manning the displays, the kitchen and doors, we would like to mention especially, Tony and Liz, Geoff, Margaret, Don and Mary, Keith and Yvonne for mustering all the hard-working volunteers as well as pitching in themselves. Also to Stan and Vicky from Craig House; Stuart and Fiona from the North East Society; and to Paul for his help with the hall and announcements. A wonderful day enjoyed by all.”

The Donation for the Air Ambulance Charity was raised through entrance tickets, tombola and from food and drinks. Along with the £448 raised at the inaugural event last year, donations to the charity so far have exceeded £1180.

The next Lincolnshire Show will be held on Sat Oct 3^rd 2020.

For any further information contact Laurence on 07961 350053

Email:lhorchids1@btinternet.com

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Come and see our wide selection of Orchids  – for perfect gifts !

Lots of colourful flowering plants available for sale – come and browse!

For further information on plant availability, sundries or advice, please ring Laurence direct on 07961 350053

Now celebrating over 30 years as a nursery, Laurence Hobbs Orchids Ltd has been established in Sussex since 1987. Managing Director, Laurence Hobbs, gained an honours degree in plant biology and worked for several years at Stonehurst Orchid Nursery before setting up his own business as an orchid grower .

Open by appointment only.

Visitors are welcome but this must be by prior arrangement, except on our Open Weekends or Sales days when we are open from 10.00am  – 5.00pm (listed below and at bottom of this page). Please ring in advance: 07961 350053 to arrange a convenient date and time to drop by at other times (normally on Monday – Thursdays between 9.00 – 5.00). Alternatively email with an approximate date to visit and (essential) please also leave a telephone contact number.

Drop in on our Open Weekends for a chat, advice, see our beautiful range of orchids and enjoy a cuppa.

Family & friends welcome – we are also dog/pet friendly, (please call if your pet is timid, horse-size or likely to cause mayhem and we will accommodate as best we can!)

Our next open weekend will be on Sat Nov 30 & Sun Dec 1st. There will be a Christmas Open weekend on Sat Dec 14 & Sun Dec 15 . Usual discounts apply

Tea, coffee, cold drinks and cakes will be available as usual, you know they are delicious!!

Special Offers – orchid bundles, Laurence’s pick 

4x Paphs Size £50.00 (FS)  Paph list available- please ask

5 x Phalaenopsis £50.00

3 x Dendrobiums £40.00

4 x Masdevallias £40.00

Can’t make the open days? We send plants by mail order throughout the UK & Ireland; or also can bring along to a show near to you. Chat to us about what plants we have. Gift vouchers also available

Please call at any time for advice on plant care or for further information on our open days or to book a visit for another time. For Society details please see our societies page. Contact us direct for up to date plants lists and/or view the listed page. 

For further details see Shows page; For contact information see also the Societies page

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Visitors are welcome at any time,or why not join us for an Open Weekend and meet other experts and beginners to swap ideas and chat! Email us to receive regular O/W alerts. Plant patients welcome.

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Are we at a show near to you? We can bring along any ordered plants or sundries; check our Shows page to find out where we will be…

Check out our plant lists for availability. Reservations & orders taken over the phone. Plants by post/courier or we can deliver to a local show – please call and ask.

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Laurence Hobbs Orchids is near to Junction 10 (next turnoff past Gatwick) on M23 and head towards East Grinstead,  and Crawley Down – postcode RH10 4LN.  Or call us for directions; 07961 350053

We have regular ORCHID SALES – OPEN  WEEKENDS – throughout the year at our nursery. Opening hours 10.00 – 5.00 unless otherwise stated.

Come along for a browse, tea and a chat – sample Sandra’s delicious cakes, available for all throughout the OpenWeekends, with light refreshments also available on individual plant sale days.

Also bring along any orchids  you may want some advice or help with.  All re-potting requirements can be supplied. Lots of plants available. Discounts on most plants.

Other visiting times: Please call ahead to arrange a suitable date and time.

Any Questions?  Looking for a particular plant? Need help with plant health, re-potting or growing conditions?

For all the above, or for information on plant availability, or sundry supplies, Ring Laurence on 07961 350053.

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Purchases/delivery
Please call/email direct for purchases and delivery arrangements. We accept most cards or cheques with payment by phone or post. Delivery arranged to suit you..

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