In honour of Henry Eckford the town of Wem (specifically the Eckford Sweet Pea Society of Wem) has held each year in July (except in 2020 and 2021) a sweet pea show.
In memory of Henry Eckford, the town of Wem (especially the Eckford Sweet Pea Association) has been holding a summer flower show focused on sweet peas every year, with the exception of 2020 and 2021.