As tickets for the show went on sale, demand for accommodation in the surrounding areas soared, with some hotels and guest houses reporting they were full within hours of the show dates being announced.

The event, which will be bigger than the Chelsea Flower Show in terms of garden space, is a collaboration between the RHS and Chatsworth, home to the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire.

With the numbers of visitors flocking to the area local businesses are expecting a huge boost, with people visiting other attractions, local shops and food and drink establishments.

A highlight of the show is the Experience Peak District & Derbyshire garden, the show garden of destination management organisation for the area Marketing Peak District & Derbyshire. The organisation is encouraging people at the show to make sure they don’t miss visiting its garden.

Councillor Linda Chilton, Chairman of Derbyshire County Council, said:

“It was lovely to be invited to have a sneak preview of the flower show, look at all the wonderful displays and talk to the people responsible for putting them together.

“This event is drawing thousands of people to the county who may not have visited Derbyshire before. It is a great opportunity to showcase our beautiful county and will be a fantastic boost to local businesses and the area’s economy.”

Councillor Barry Lewis, the Leader and Cabinet Member for Strategic Leadership, Culture and Tourism, said:

“We’re delighted to welcome the RHS to Derbyshire along with the thousands of visitors this event will bring to the county.

“It’s an extremely prestigious event and will bring huge benefits.”

The RHS Chatsworth Flower Show opened to the public today (Wednesday 7 June) and runs until Sunday 11 June 2017.