The countdown is on to Edinburgh hosting the UK premiere of Fleurs de Villes VOYAGE; a major new travel-themed floral exhibition celebrating fifteen of the world’s most iconic destinations.
Opening to the public Friday the 15th of September and running for ten days until Sunday the 24th of September, 2023, VOYAGE will be staged at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh; one of the finest botanical gardens in the world.
The globe-spanning spectacle will see talented Edinburgh florists bring the exhibition’s theme of travel to life through dramatic floral mannequins, each one representing a country. In this never-before-seen showcase, each florist has been partnered with a country and will celebrate its culture, people and heritage to stunning effect. Using beautiful fresh flowers, the VOYAGE mannequins, presented inside a luxury marquee, will also take inspiration from the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh’s awe-inspiring botanical collections.
Now, with the launch approaching, organisers have today revealed further exciting attractions set to elevate the Fleurs de Villes VOYAGE experience further. Bringing serious levels of floriculture stardust, acclaimed Scottish florist Ruby Flowers; whose magical creations have added drama and distinction to countless film and television productions, will transform areas within the main Inverleith House. Visitors will be invited to ‘voyage’ through safari and Paris-inspired rooms bursting with blooms, and marvel at Ruby’s creations.
Also announced today, is a programme of workshops enhancing the Fleurs de Villes offering. Appearing in conversation, Sara Sheridan, award-winning author of The Fair Botanists, will immerse visitors in her thrilling world of flora and fiction, whilst flower lovers, supported by an experienced instructor, can Paint n Sip as they create their own floral masterpiece inspired by Van Gogh’s Sunflowers. Exploring and improving visitors’ sense of smell, Kingdom of Scotland; Scotland’s first fragrance house, will present a botanical scent experience, whilst workshops with top local florists will show how to create floral head crowns, tablescapes and bouquets.
Delicious heights will be reached at the Fleurs de Villes VOYAGE UK premiere in Edinburgh with an arrangement of elevated food and drink experiences. Inspired by the wonder of one of the oldest botanical gardens which hosts over 14,000 botanicals, Edinburgh Gin 1670 is a limited-edition gin created by their Head Distiller and Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh Chief Botanist, showcasing the history of the Garden. Promising an unmissable attraction within the main house will be the Edinburgh Gin ‘Filled with Wonder’ room – reimagined by florist Boyes Botanicals – where visitors can enjoy a variety of gin cocktails. Visitors will also have the opportunity to join Edinburgh Gin’s Brand Ambassador, Philip Kingscott, on a botanical exploration workshop, as well as discover ‘The Spirit of Edinburgh’ through a gin tasting: early booking is recommended following a sell-out run at The Fringe!
Inviting visitors to celebrate the VOYAGE experience and a shared moment of togetherness, a Moët & Chandon Impérial bar will present a sparkling touchpoint, while the wondrous and delicious world of Glenmorangie can be enjoyed at a striking whisky bar. Both of these bars will be located within the Fleurs de Villes marquee, at the heart of the Edinburgh Garden.
Further food and drink offerings available for visitors include Afternoon Tea with delicious finger sandwiches, cakes and tea, scrumptious picnic box hampers, and artisan breakfast which can be enjoyed on the terrace with views across Inverleith House Lawn.
Through each mannequin, visitors will be taken on a fresh floral journey of discovery to experience the vibrant bazaars of Türkiye, marvel at a floral Lone Piper from the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, catch a glimpse of a captivating geisha from Kyoto, Japan, and many more displays at this feast of cultural storytelling – bringing the world to Scotland through flowers like never before. A striking floral Tesla Model Y can also be viewed before entering the marquee.
To book VOYAGE exhibition tickets and add-on experiences please visit: fleursdevilles.com/Edinburgh.
Karen Marshall, Co-founder of Fleurs de Villes said:
“We are thrilled to be bringing the UK premiere of VOYAGE to Edinburgh. The iconic Royal Botanic Garden is the perfect stage to showcase Edinburgh’s world-class floral talent, and to bring the global cultural storytelling of VOYAGE to life in flowers like never before through these fifteen Edinburgh florists and fifteen countries. We have been so inspired by the stories shared by fans, florists, and partners in every city Fleurs de Villes has visited across the globe these last few years, and cannot wait to welcome visitors to Edinburgh for what will be a truly unmissable experience.”
Kari Coghill, Director of Innovation Projects at Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, added:
“As admirers of Fleurs de Villes, we are excited to be able to work together to host VOYAGE at Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. This beautiful showcase of floral artistry and craftsmanship is a natural fit for the Garden, and we can’t wait for visitors to experience these stunning displays at Inverleith House, located at the heart of the Edinburgh Garden and our magnificent Living Collections.”
Tickets to Fleurs de Villes VOYAGE are on sale now and can be purchased at fleursdevilles.com/edinburgh
Tickets are priced at £22.50 for adults, £18.50 for seniors and RBGE members, and £10.50 for ages 4-17. A family discount (2 adults & 2 kids) is priced at £55.
The Fleurs de Villes VOYAGE global tour will travel through the US, Canada and UK in 2023, stopping in cities including Chicago, Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Boston and New York.
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