Gardeners' World's Monty Don admits 'sigh of relief' after major show change
Gardeners' World presenter Monty Don has opened up on a decision that has been in place for decades, as he admits having a 'sigh of relief'
www.express.co.ukHere’s the latest on Monty Don based on recent reporting:
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March 2026 reports suggest Monty Don is returning to BBC Gardeners’ World with a brand-new series, following a winter hiatus, and he shared behind-the-scenes glimpses ahead of the show's new episodes. This indicates active new production rather than a retirement from the program, at least in the near term.[3]
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Late 2025 coverage highlighted Monty Don expressing relief about an operational change at Gardeners’ World and noting a winter filming break in Longmeadow, with a team including two full-time and one part-time gardener. This provides context on production cycles but does not imply leaving the show imminently.[2]
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In 2023–2024 coverage, there was chatter about Monty potentially stepping away from Gardeners’ World in the long term to focus on writing and travel, but there was no confirmation of an immediate departure. Since 2025–2026 reporting centers on new series and ongoing participation, the show appears ongoing for now.[1]
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Other outlets in 2025–2026 referenced ongoing filming and public appearances related to new projects, reinforcing that he remains an active presenter rather than a retiree from Gardeners’ World in the near term.[5][9]
If you’d like, I can pull together a concise timeline of Monty Don’s public statements and Gardeners’ World appearances from 2023–2026 and summarize expected next steps for the show. I can also search for any official BBC announcements or Monty Don’s own social posts for the most current confirmation.