Sue Kent is a highly respected gardening specialist, best known for becoming an award-winning television presenter on BBC Gardener’s World. With over 30 years of gardening experience behind her, Sue has developed a deep understanding of how to make gardening easy and enjoyable for every age and ability. Passionate to inspire audiences across the globe to begin gardening, Sue published her debut publication ‘Sue Kent: Gardening Notes’ in 2023 and continues to share her inspirational gardening journey with over 20K followers on Instagram. When looking to hire a talented gardening speaker to attend your upcoming events, look no further than Sue.
Having been born with an upper limb disability, Sue has always been passionate about overcoming any challenges in her way and not allowing them to get in the way of her love for horticulture. Living by the motto, adapt and survive, she has learnt to tend to her plants entirely with her feet. An inspiration to audiences globally, Sue was first selected to appear as an amateur gardener on Gardener’s World during lockdown, but now continues to regularly appear on the show alongside the likes of Monty, Frances Tophill, Arit Anderson, Carol Klein, and Adam Frost.
Passionate to implement positive change throughout society, Sue is currently working as an Ambassador for the Royal Horticultural Society, a role which allowed her to share with the RHS ideas to be more inclusive for the disabled community. Previously, she also volunteered for The Thalidomide Trust and provided physical health support and classes for those individuals similar to herself. Having developed an illustrious career throughout the world of gardening, Sue has become a must-see motivational speaker for audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
A leading authority in her field, Sue Kent is now highly sought-after to attend speaking engagements internationally. In recognition of her remarkable success, Sue has been the recipient of numerous accolades to date, including being named The Alan Titchmarsh New Talent of the Year in 2021, the winner of the Garden Design Award by RHS in 2022, and most recently the Garden Design Award by Gardener’s World Live in 2023. When looking to hire a captivating speaker to attend your future events, do not hesitate to hire Sue today.
Books
Sue Kent: Garden Notes
How to hire Sue Kent
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Sue Kent for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
"I saw your talk today at the Malvern spring show and I wanted to let you know how brilliant it was - I was hooked on every word and came away learning so much. As a novice gardener sometimes things seem so far out of reach but you reminded me of the importance of being curious and not expecting everything to work out. I will certainly be trying to remember all of your checklist!"
"Great to meet you today. Your talk was inspirational, loved your positivity. Great lick for your garden for Hampton. Will definitely enjoy following!"
"What a fabulous day at Malvern today and your talk was really inspirational. I got so much out of your advice! Your approach to gardening really resonated with me, we're all learning constantly and adapting."
- 2023 - Winner of the Platinum Award at Gardeners' World Live 2023 in the Beautiful Borders category
- 2023 - Published 'Sue Kent: Gardening Notes'
- 2022 - Ambassador for the Royal Horticultural Society
- 2020 - Presenter for BBC Gardener's World
- 2014 - Sports Massage Therapist for the International Paralympic Committee European Athletics
- 2012 - Sports Massage Therapist for LOCOG Paralympics
- 2009 - Member of the NAC Health and Welfare Committee at The Thalidomide Trust
- 2009 - Volunteer for The Thalidomide Trust
- 2008 - Director and Massage Therapist for EnjoyFeet Limited
- 1989 - Marketing and Finance Executive at Active Marketing Company
- 1984 - Marketing and Buying Executive at the Home Retail Group
