2 weeks Ago By [email protected] (Indigo Jones)
Famous British gardener and TV presenter Alan Titchmarsh, known for this work on Gardeners' World, was showered with congratulations as he was honoured with a CBE by King Charles . One of many who showed admiration to Alan was Countryfile presenter, Matt Baker who shared a heartfelt message. On Tuesday, March 1 the gardener was honoured with the CBE at Windsor Castle.
The investiture ceremony at the castle was the King's first public engagement since experiencing side effects from cancer treatment and a brief hospital stay last week. During the ceremony, the King recognised Alan's contributions to horticulture and charity with a CBE. The gardener has had a lengthy and illustrious career in horticulture and broadcasting, spanning five decades after transitioning into gardening journalism in 1974.
For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter . In an Instagram post he said: "A glorious day at Windsor Castle. HMK on fine form.
Now properly: AT CBE What a very lucky chap...
" Alongside the post was an image of the presenter beaming with a smile, as he posed with his award outside of the castle. A second image shows Alan holding back tears as he was presented with the award by King Charles. Fans flooded the comments of the post with congratulatory messages.
One fan said: "This is wonderful! Many congratulations Alan...
and looking very dapper in the morning coat." Another added: "So pleased for you, so well deserved. Huge congratulations @alantitchmarshcbe and THANK YOU for all your years of support and friendship and for always flying the flag for flowers, plants, florists and gardeners.
" Although, one comment stood out above the rest. Fellow countryman and presenter Matt Baker commented: " Congratulations Alan - you’ve always been an inspiration to me." Although known for his time on Blue Peter, Matt is now known for his work on Countryfile as well as his new series Channel 4 series, Our Dream Farm.
The 47-year-old presenter has translated his knowledge and farming experience into aiding others to pursue their agricultural ambitions on the new show. The show sees seven shortlisted candidates followed in a documentary style as they are put under the watchful eye of the National Trust to complete real-life farming tasks in the hope of becoming the new tenants of a unique hill farm in Eryri (Snowdonia)..
