All the joy of Garden Show Ireland’s opening day at Antrim Castle in 29 photos

Celebrity designer Diarmuid Gavin said Garden Show Ireland is his favourite weekend of the year and it would appear many people share his view.

Garden lovers were out in force at the sunny Antrim Castle Gardens on Friday, June 14, for day one of a three-day celebration of plants, flowers, food and so much more.

Diarmuid, ambassador for the show and TV presenter Pamela Pamela Ballantine MBE were among the familiar faces taking part in the ever-popular event.

Here’s a flavour of Friday’s programme in 29 photos.

9. Garden Show

Expert advice for gardening enthusiasts. Photo: Submitted

10. Garden Show

Garden Show Ireland is magical Photo: Submitted

11. Garden Show

Friends of Antrim Castle Gardens. Photo: Submitted

12. Garden Show

There was plenty of creativity on show at Antrim Castle Gardens. Photo: Submitted

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