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Jennifer Saunders makes a rare appearance with husband Ade Edmondson at the Chelsea Flower Show

Jennifer Saunders makes a rare appearance with husband Ade Edmondson at the Chelsea Flower Show

Jennifer Saunders cut a stylish figure in a long dark patterned jacket as she attended the Chelsea Flower Show with her husband Ade Edmondson on Monday.

The actress, 66, was all smiles as she cosied up to her actor husband, 68, who she tied the knot with in 1985, for pH๏τos at the star-studded event. 

Jennifer layered her jacket over a long navy blouse and skinny black trousers while keeping comfortable in a pair of white trainers. 

The comedian toted her belongings around in a white and black checked tote bag and carried a pair of sunglᴀsses. 

She completed her daytime ensemble by accessorising with a pair of large silver hoop earrings and a trendy blue and white silk neck scarf.  

Meanwhile Ade cut a smart figure for the London event, donning a blue shirt tucked into a pair of navy trousers. 

Jennifer Saunders cut a stylish figure in a long dark patterned jacket as she attended the Chelsea Flower Show with her husband Ade Edmondson on Monday

Jennifer Saunders cut a stylish figure in a long dark patterned jacket as she attended the Chelsea Flower Show with her husband Ade Edmondson on Monday

The actress, 66, was all smiles as she walked alongside her actor husband, 68, who she tied the knot with in 1985, for pH๏τos at the star-studded event

The actress, 66, was all smiles as she walked alongside her actor husband, 68, who she tied the knot with in 1985, for pH๏τos at the star-studded event

He added a grey blazer over the top and opted for comfortable footwear in a pair of blue suede loafers. 

The couple were all smiles as they cosied up for pH๏τos while exploring the vast flower show which spans over 20 acres. 

Established in 1913, the event in the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea is a H๏τspot for celebrity visitors ahead of its public opening. 

This year, a staggering 145,000 people – including members of the royal family – are expected to enjoy the 400-plus exhibits. 

Several themes including innovation are on display at the 2025 event, with it aiming to showcase the power the natural world can have on people’s health and wellbeing. 

The couple’s appearance comes after they finally got planning permission to create their dream retirement home in Dartmoor.  

The pair had submitted an initial planning application to Dartmoor National Park Planning Authority in August 2024 detailing plans for a significant renovation to the £2m property but became embroiled in a dispute.

The comedians’ plans had looked to ‘reinforce the setting and significance’ of their plush property before a building conservation officer hit back at their proposal. 

Jennifer layered her jacket over a long navy blouse and skinny black trousers while keeping comfortable in a pair of white trainers

Jennifer layered her jacket over a long navy blouse and skinny black trousers while keeping comfortable in a pair of white trainers 

The couples outing comes as they finally got planning permission to create their dream retirement home in Dartmoor

The couples outing comes as they finally got planning permission to create their dream retirement home in Dartmoor

Jennifer is known for starring in French and Saunders alongside pal Dawn French

Jennifer is known for starring in French and Saunders alongside pal Dawn French 

Ade starred in Bottom alongside Rik Mayall

Ade starred in Bottom alongside Rik Mayall 

In a statement included in the planning application, the officer argued the proposed changes would have ‘no benefit’ to the public.

Read MoreEXCLUSIVE The £2m Absolutely Fabulous mansion at centre of Jennifer Saunders’ and Ade Edmondson’s planning row article image

‘As the application currently stands the impact of the proposals on the significance of the listed buildings and their setting has not been minimised,’ the officer continued.

However, after six months of consultation with the local authority, Edmondson and Saunders have finally received ‘conditional approval’ to begin construction on their dream retirement home. 

Amongst a host of alterations, the married pair will soon be able to enjoy a new ‘dedicated pottery workspace’, a plush new garden pavilion and some new EV chargers for their Tesla motor.

Described as a ‘space to facilitate the clients’ personal interests in the planning application, the pottery workshop will be a place in which the pair can enjoy what is described as their ‘hobby’.

To be erected at the bottom of the couple’s sprawling garden, a brand new ‘oak frame garden pavilion’ will offer Saunders and Edmonson a ‘covered outdoor dining space’ in a ‘discrete location.’

The Chelsea Flower Show is open to the public from Tuesday until Saturday. 

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