After 23 years and more than 700 episodes, Monty Don is leaving Gardeners’ World. His last show airs on Friday, November 6, and viewers in the UK can watch Monty Don’s final Gardeners’ World for free on BBC iPlayer or on BBC Two at 8pm GMT. The episode marks the end of an era, though Don has said he plans to continue working with the BBC on other projects.
What to expect from the final episode
The farewell programme comes from Longmeadow, Don’s Herefordshire garden where he has presented for the past 16 years. In this autumnal edition, he shares some of his best vegetables from the season and recommends hardy perennials for winter planting. With his dog Ned at his side, Don also demonstrates a final bulb lasagne.
Other presenters feature throughout. Carol Klein explores the science of plant shoots, Joe Swift visits garden designer Ann-Marie Powell at her own garden—a place she has found comfort in since her husband died last year—and a woman in North Yorkshire is shown growing thousands of trees from seed. A couple in East Grinstead also open their garden to cameras.
How to watch for free in the UK
BBC iPlayer is the free streaming home for the episode, available from November 6. To sign in, you need an account registered with a UK postcode (for example, SE1 7PB) and a valid TV Licence. The show also airs on BBC Two, a free-to-air channel, at 8pm GMT on the same day.
Viewing options outside the UK
If you are away from the UK when the episode airs, geo-blocking may prevent access to BBC iPlayer. A VPN can be used to connect to a UK server and access the stream, provided this does not breach the broadcaster’s terms and conditions. TechRadar recommends NordVPN, currently offering up to 75% off and three extra months free.
In the US and Canada, Gardeners’ World is available on BritBox, but the final episode will arrive there after its UK broadcast. Australian viewers can also find the show on BritBox, again with a short delay. For those travelling, a VPN can help reach usual streaming services from anywhere.
Who's involved
Alongside Monty Don, the presenting team includes Carol Klein and Joe Swift. The executive producer is Rosemary Edwards, the editor is Sharon Fisher, and Francesca Maxwell is production manager.
The future of Gardeners’ World without Don has not been announced, though Frances Tophill is considered a likely successor. For now, the focus is on Don’s last episode and how to watch it, whether in the UK or from abroad.
