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The Kirkintilloch Florist Society had been meeting and staging exhibitions since 1836.  It is likely that organisation developed and changed it's name to Kirkintilloch and Campsie Horticultural Society around 1842.  In August of that year, the Glasgow Herald reported on the second meeting/exhibition of the season at the Black Bull Inn, Kirkintilloch.  

In the years since, the Society has been supporting floriculture and horticulture in various shapes and forms - it was defunct for 20 years in the 19th century but was resuscitated in 1897 and has carried on.

Its purpose in 1842 was defined as 'to encourage horticulture in the local area'.  It probably morphed into the society we know today with monthly lectures/speakers, outings and a single flower show from about 1930 onwards.

We are currently affiliated with Scottish Gardeners' Forum - click the link to find out more.  We also have a page on Facebook Kirkintilloch Horticultural Society  You can also find us on the East Dunbartonshire Asset Map

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(Heading photos of exhibits, stalls and tearoom at Annual Show 2026 - copyright Isabel Hatcher)