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Royal Horticultural Society

Question: The Chelsea Flower show is the most prestigious show held annually by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS).  At what location is it always held?

Answer: The grounds of Chelsea Hospital The Royal Hospital Chelsea is the retirement home of ex British army soldiers known as Chelsea Pensioners.

Question: At their Flower Shows, judges give four levels of awards that include gold, silver and bronze. What is the other award?

Answer: Silver-gilt It ranks below gold and above silver