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The Independent UK
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Anna Loren

BBC says Monty Don ‘inspired millions’ as he steps down from Gardener’s World

Monty Don
  • Monty Don has announced he is stepping down as the presenter of BBC ’s Gardeners’ World after leading the programme for more than 20 years.
  • The current series will be his last, concluding a run of around 700 episodes filmed at Berryfields and his Longmeadow garden in Herefordshire.
  • Don explained that now is the right time for a change, as he plans to write more books and work on new projects with the BBC.
  • BBC Chief Content Officer Kate Phillips thanked Don for his soothing broadcasting style and his openness about mental health.
  • Viewers will still be able to watch Don present from Longmeadow until later this year.

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Monty Don steps down from Gardeners’ World after more than 20 years

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