Television presenter, gardening specialist, and actress, is there anything Rachel de Thame can’t do? The media personality, turned horticultural expert has over three decades as a public favourite through modelling ventures, popular television shows or presenting outdoor series, giving her one of the most diverse and far reaching platforms as a celebrity guest or event speaker. Experienced in hosting all manner of occasions, Rachel is a hot commodity on the circuit, having proven her down to earth and natural charm are perfectly placed for audiences of all demographics.
Deciding on a career in horticulture, Rachel began studying at the English Gardening School in 1998. Armed with the qualifications and portfolio in both on screen ventures and plantsmanship, she was soon snapped up as the presenter of BBC’s Gardeners’ World. An instant hit with viewers, Rachel has since fronted: Small Town Gardeners, Gardening with Experts and the Great British Garden Revival. The highlight of the gardening calendar is the annual RHS Chelsea Flower Show, which Rachel has hosted the BBC’s coverage of and participated in, even winning the Silver Medal in 2008 with her design for LK Bennett.
With a youth spent in performing arts, training at the Royal Ballet School, Rachel was destined for a career in the spotlight. Scouted by a modelling agency for her style and charm, Rachel spent much of her early 20s as a highly successful model for television adverts, leading her to naturally transition her talents into acting roles. From series like Merlin to feature films like Bodywork, Rachel grew a reputation as a professional and personable media star, before following her ambitions in the horticulture industry.
Much of Rachel’s recent time has been dedicated to writing, publishing her first two books ‘Small Town Gardens’ and her star plants. Additionally, she is a regular contributor to The Sunday Times as a horticulture expert and has featured her writing in the likes of Women's Own Magazine, Eden Magazine and The Daily Telegraph, alongside her work at the Vice President of Plantlife charity. A talented and experienced presenter, Rachel brings the versatility of her career to the events she attends, able to host awards, present proceedings or offer a specialist talk as a celebrity gardening expert.
How to hire Rachel de Thame
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