Jennifer Saunders makes a rare appearance with husband Ade Edmondson at the Chelsea Flower Show
The actress, 66, was all smiles as she cosied up to her actor husband, 68, who she tied the knot with in 1985, for photos 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 sunglasses.
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.
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 photos 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 hotspot 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.
In a statement included in the planning application, the officer argued the proposed changes would have 'no benefit' to the public.
'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.'
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