SPRING SHOW TUESDAY 25st MARCH 2025. THE SCHEDULE

CLWB GARDDIO RHYDLEWIS A’R CYLCH RHYDLEWIS AND DISTRICT GARDENING CLUB

SPRING SHOW

TUESDAY 25st MARCH 2025

RHYDLEWIS VILLAGE HALL

STAGING FROM 3.45pm UNTIL 5.45pm

SHOW OPENS AT 7.30pm RAFFLE AND REFRESHMENTS

(Donations for raffle greatly appreciated)

AUCTION OF DONATED EXHIBITS

For further information please contact Nina Milton on 01239 851096 or the Show Secretary on 01238 851070

THE SCHEDULE

FLOWERS

(see divisions at end of schedule)

1. Single Daffodil - 3 blooms, 1 variety, all yellow (Div 1)

2. Single Daffodil - 3 blooms, 1 variety (Div 1)

3. Large or small-cupped Narcissus - 3 blooms, one variety (Divs 2 and 3)

4. Double Narcissus (including Daffodils) - 3 stems, one variety (Div 4)

5. Narcissus - any other - 3 stems, 1 variety (Divs 5 to 12)

6. Bowl or pot of Bulbs in Bloom - any one variety

7. Vase of Spring Flowers - not more than 6 varie.es

8. Tulips - 3 stems, one variety

9. Camellia 1 bloom

10. Flowering Plant in a pot - under 24ins (60cms) high, including pot

11. Flowering Tree or Shrub - cut spray from one variety

12. Dish of Floa.ng Hellebore Heads

13. A posy of Primula (including primrose, polyanthus, cowslip etc.)

14. A Vase or Container of Decora.ve Foliage – not more than 8 varie.es

    CLUB MEMBERS ONLY

15. A pot of Tulips, grown from bulbs supplied last autumn

    FLORAL ART

16. A table centerpiece incorpora.ng at least one candle - not to exceed 12ins (30cms) overall

17. A floral arrangement in a recycled container: size op.onal

(Categories 16 and 17 can include non-plant accessories, fruit, vegetables and purchased plant items)

ART, CRAFT & PHOTOGRAPHY

18. A Decorated Pebble

19. ‘Scene of a River’ - a photograph not exceeding 12 x 18ins (30 x 46cms) -– can be framed, mounted or

unmounted

20. ‘A Single Flower’ Pain.ng in any medium not exceeding 12 x 18ins (30 x 46cms — can be framed,

    mounted or unmounted

21. A Decorated Egg (any size)

22. A Handmade Patchwork Ar.cle (any medium, any size)

23. An Easter Bunny-face Mask made from a paper plate

24. An ar.cle of turned or carved wood

25. An Owl made from any medium (not exceeding 18” 46cms in height)

26. A Lavender Bag

27. 2 Decorated Weetabix

HOMECRAFT

28. 1 Jam-filled Swiss roll

29. A Gingerbread Man

30. 1 Frigata

31. A Jar of Jam

32. A Jar of Marmalade

ADVICE

Please ensure all exhibits conform to schedule requirements.

RHS NARCISSUS CLASS Divisions  For Flower Schedule Entries 1 to 5:

Division 1 - One flower per stem with the trumpet as long as, or longer than petals

Divisions 2 & 3 - One flower per stem with the trumpet shorter than petals

Division 4 - Includes ALL doubles – one or more flowers per stem

Divisions 5 to 12 – Includes; Triandrus, Cyclamineus, Jonquilla, Tazetta, Poeticus, Bulbocodium, Collar, Papillon and all other daffodil 

Display each entry to it's best within the guidelines Follow the guidelines for size and number very carefully to avoid disqualification. 

FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS 

Flowers and other arrangement items can be purchased or home-grown. Follow the height and/or width rules carefully. Be sure to reflect the theme.  Judging will focus on the aesthetic of the arrangement and quality of the natural ‘ingredients’.

ARTS AND CRAFTS

Display each entry to its best within the guidelines

Follow the guidelines for size and number very carefully to avoid disqualification. 

Ensure the art and craft items are newly made, preferably especially for the show.

CHILDREN'S ENTRIES. 

We encourage children's exhibits in all classes, but the child must have been actively involve in the growing or making of the exhibit in the 60 day period mention above (where appropriate). Children's entries will be judged alongside without favour, but there will be a small 'prize' for all under 15 entries.

HOMECRAFTS

Jar of Marmalade ––  any fruit in a one lb  jar. Seal with paper seal and a cellophane cover and rubber band. No lids. Labelling: only the contents of the jar should be on the label (i.e. SEVILLE MARMALADE)

All cakes, sweets, etc: choose your own recipe to be judged alongside others. Display prettily on your own chinaware (although plates and dishes are available from the kitchen area) 

BRINGING YOUR EXHIBITS TO BE STAGED

Bring your  exhibits ready to be staged during STAGING FROM 3.45pm UNTIL 5.45pm

There's a side table you can 'dump' your exhibits on while putting them in the correct places. 

See the show secretary (just inside the door ) to book in prior to staging your exhibits. 

There will be help from stewards with the exhibiting. 

The hall will be cleared at 5.45 pm prompt to allow judging to commence.

Exhibitors are then allowed in with general public at 7.30pm

Good Luck Everyone – look forward to seeing you on the day!

RHYDLEWIS AND DISTRICT GARDENING CLUB PROGRAMME 2025

CLWB GARDDIO 

RHYDLEWIS A’R CYLCH

RHYDLEWIS AND DISTRICT GARDENING CLUB

PROGRAMME

2025

Tuesday February 25th  7.30pm

Discussion: “GRAFTING FROM SCRATCH”

I’m sure that we all graft in the garden, but this discussion, led by member Mark Jones, will look at grafting your own fruit trees, especially apple trees, with a quick look at grafting roses too.  This  popular discussion meeting is where we get ‘hands on’ with a gardening subject 

Tuesday March 25th  7.30pm

 SPRING SHOW 

Celebrating the flowers of spring and handicrafts created over the winter months. Schedule available on the blog site and as a hard copy. Bring your exhibits from to the hall from 3.30 pm to 5.30 pm, before judging begins. Show starts at 7.30pm.

Wednesday April 30th  7.30pm

TALK: THE NO-DIG METHOD

Stephanie Hafferty’s garden has appeared on Gardener’s World and she also writes for gardening magazines. You can find more about her, and her dedication to no-dig gardening at https://nodighome.com. PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE OF DAY TO WEDNESDAY

Tuesday May 27th from 7.30pm

TALK: “INCREASE THE FLAVOUR OF YOUR HOME GROWN CROPS”

Darren Shipp from Bedwen Plants will talk to us about this interesting subject, with a particular focus on tomato plants, he will bring young plants for sale, and as always we’ll have our raffle and refreshments. 

Tuesday June 24th from 6pm

SUMMER PARTY

We always have a lovely time at our summer party, no matter where we meet. As always, members can bring friends and partners and please bring a dish for the table and a bottle of whatever you’d like to drink. Further details of venue nearer the date.

Tuesday July 29th GARDEN VISIT

Meeting at 3pm at the garden. 

We will be meeting at Dyffryn Fernant Gardens near Fishguard, where Christina Shand, who gave us such an interesting talk last year –  BETWEEN A BOG AND A HARD ROCK –  was inspired to  create her garden. Further details including how to get there nearer the date.

Tuesday August 26th  

Staging  from 3pm Open from 7.30pm

RHYDLEWIS GARDENING CLUB PRODUCE & FLOWER SHOW

Anyone can enter with their flowers, produce, home baking and arts and crafts, but non-members will incur a small charge.After judging the show will be open (free of charge)to the public Auction and raffle. Do come to enjoy the fun and refreshments. Further details and show schedule will be available from the beginning of May. 

Tuesday September 30th, 7.30pm

WORKSHOP  — CHAIR YOGA

Sharon Henshall, who regularly teaches chair yoga and other yoga techniques, will be with us. She will start off by introducing Chair Yoga and explaining its benefit to those who garden regularly. There will then be a 'join-in session’, Sharon taking us for a Chair Yoga session. If you are a bit achy after your gardening, this might be just the thing, but Sharon doesn’t expect everyone to  be able to fully join in; as usual come and enjoy the evening with raffle and refreshments.

Tuesday October 28th, 7.30pm

Ponds building, planting and managing 

A talk by Richard Bramley of Farmyard Nurseries, who says, ‘this talk hopefully smoothes the way to maintaining a healthy well-balanced water garden’.

Tuesday November 25th, 7.30pm

WINTER SOCIAL EVENING

By popular request, we will compete the year with a festive meeting. Wine and nibbles will be provided by the club, but do feel free to bring your own contributions to make this a great evening where we can relax and chat about gardening and anything else! 

Tuesday January 27th 2026 7.30pm

AGM 

Please come along and be an active part of the annual general meeting of your gardening club. The committee is re-elected and any issues about the cub can be discussed. Please bring your subscription fee of £10. New members welcome. Refreshments will be available during the meeting, with time to chat after the business is concluded 

What's in Store in 2025 for Rhydlewis Gardening Club

 

Welcome to 2025!

As I write, the sun has come out and perhaps the garden is beginning to dry up enough to get out there. Jim's already got his tomato seeds under glass and they're doing well...at the moment. 

The next meeting of the club–– first this year––is of course the AGM,

 Tuesday January 28th 7.30pm

This year, we would like to see as many members as possible at the meeting, so we are offering great incentives to be there. 

    FREE SEEDS!

YES!! Everyone who comes and brings their £10 subscription will receive a free packet of seeds (freshly purchased this year)

MEGA RAFFLE!

This month's raffle includes wine, chocolates £10 note, Trefhedyn Voucher and much more.        Tickets just £1.00 each

PLANT AND SEED SWAP!

If you have any seeds that are surplus to your 2025 requirements please do bring them. If you have any   plants, for instance perennials you took out of a border in the autumn because of lack of space, do  bring them along, labeled, please.  

EXCITING NOW PROGRAMME OF EVENTS!

This year's programme includes––by popular request––a demonstration of chair yoga for gardeners; planning, building and maintaining a pond; our usual summer and winter parties; a garden visit plus talks and discussions Pick up your programme as you come in. 

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Looking forward to the summer, many of you like to spend a Sunday at an open gardens; here is the dates for gardens open under the NGS in Carmarthen and Pembrokeshire. There are a couple of new additions to note.  Hope you enjoy your visits and that the sun shines down on them;

GARDENS OPEN BY ARRANGEMENT – 2025 Carmarthenshire & Pembrokeshire

Enjoy a special time in a beautiful garden. Whether you are a group of enthusiastic amateur gardeners, a photography club looking for inspiration or entertaining family visitors, just contact the garden owner using the information below to book your visit. Gardens are listed on a calendar timeline. Some gardens may offer teas, please discuss refreshments, and also any disabled access requirements, when booking. Some gardens accept visits by individuals/couples/small groups. Most gardens welcome children (free entry). Some of these gardens also have Open Days. Full details given in individual garden entries at www.ngs.org.uk.

 *NEW*

-BRIDGEND INN, Bridge Street, Llanychaer, Fishguard, Pembrokeshire, SA65 9TB

Mrs Sorrel Arnold, 01348 875648
June- Sept. for groups of up to 12 Adm £4
Recently established and hidden behind pub front, discover a richly planted

Japanese garden with pond and lawn areas. There are water features, raised beds, pergolas and arches. A Variety of acers, wisteria, grasses, clematis, succulents, water lilies and bog plants, azaleas, ferns and much more to explore. An eclectic mix planted with skill and design flair – the dream of a passionate gardener.

*NEW*

-ANNWYN ARBORETUM, Four Seasons Health Club, Nantgaredig, Carmarthenshire, SA32 7NY
Mr William Berry, 01267 590011, enquiries@annwyn.co.uk, www.annwyn.co.uk
01 May- 01 Sept. Adm £5

A 10 acre Arboretum (formerly a 9 hole golf course) planted 40 years ago with an extensive collection of common and unusual trees. These incl. redwoods, southern beeches, limes, handkerchief tree and Magnolia macrophylla. Beautiful views over the Tywi valley with lots of fun things to explore incl. a treasure hunt. Some uneven paths, so good footwear recommended.

PENTRESITE, Rhydargaeau Road, Carmarthenshire, SA32 7AJ

Gayle & Ron Mounsey 07900 432993,

gayle.mounsey@gmail.com

May-Sept Adm £5. Entrance driveway not suitable for coaches. Approx. two-acre garden developed over the last 18 years with extensive lawns, colour filled herbaceous and mixed borders on several levels. A bog garden and magnificent views of the surrounding countryside. There are many unusual trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants, with an extensive collection of hydrangeas. This garden is south facing and catches the south westerly winds from the sea. The garden features statuary by James Doran-Webb.

  GROVE OF NARBERTH, Molleston, Narberth, Pembrokeshire, SA67 8BX

01834 860915 events@grovenarberth.co.uk, www.grovenarberth.co.uk
01 Feb-22 Dec Adm £7
The garden is framed by ancient oaks and towering beeches, and from our hillside glade you can enjoy views across the rolling Pembrokeshire countryside to the Preseli Hills. 26 acres of woodlands, meadows and gardens, incl. an historic walled garden, kitchen garden, and cut flower garden. Extensive woodland walks through the grounds, which include some steep slopes and undulating paths.

  THE OLD RECTORY, Lampeter Velfry, Narberth, Pembrokeshire SA67 8UH

Jane & Stephen Fletcher, 01834 831444, jane_e_fletcher@hotmail.com

01 Mar-22 Sept. Adm £4

Behind a formal front garden is a green hollow of historic charm, wildlife welcoming, with ancient and newly planted trees and shrubs. Spring brings snowdrops, daffodils and bluebells to the woodlands. Later rhododendrons, hydrangeas, acers, roses, daisies and geraniums bring pops of colour to the green backdrop. Approx. 2 acres incl. veg, ponds, and unique garden buildings.

TREFFGARNE HALL, Treffgarne, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, SA62 5PJ

Martin & Jackie Batty, 01437 741115,

jmv.batty@gmail.com

Mar-Sept Adm £5.50
Stunning hilltop location with panoramic views: handsome Grade II listed Georgian house (not open) provides formal backdrop to garden of four acres with wide lawns and themed beds. A walled garden, with double rill and pergolas, is planted with a multitude of borderline hardy exotics. Also, large scale sculptures, summer border, meadow patch, gravel garden, heather bed, stumpery, woodland area and new rose garden.

TY’R MAES, Ffarmers, Carmarthenshire, SA19 8JP (please use SA19 8DP with SatNav)
John & Helen Brooks, 01558 650541 johnhelen140@gmail.com Mar-Oct Adm £6

A four-acre garden with splendid views. Herbaceous and shrub beds – formal design, exuberantly informal planting, full of cottage garden favourites and many unusual plants. Arboretum with over 200 types of trees; wildlife and lily ponds; pergola, gazebos, post and rope arcade covered in climbers. Gloriously colourful from early spring till late autumn.

CORNERSTONE HOUSE, Glandwr, Whitland, Pembrokeshire, SA34 OXY
Ruth Swaffield,01994 419683, ruth.swaff@gmail.com
18 May-07 Sept. Adm £4

A rural sloping one acre garden featuring a pond, small sunken garden and a gravel area, patio and seating areas, and view of hills. A path leads through a wisteria pergola and shrubbery to another pergola with hops and climbing roses, leading to a sun house. The garden has many rhododendrons and azaleas. Fruit trees and low hedges separate the fruit cage and vegetable gardens.

DWYNANT, Golden Grove, Carmarthen, SA23 8LT Sian Griffiths, 07502 539737, sian.41@btinternet.com,

www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/31081717

April-Sept. for groups of 5-20 Adm £5
A 3⁄4 acre garden set on a steep slope designed to sit comfortably within a verdant countryside environment with beautiful scenery and tranquil woodland setting. A spring garden with lily pond, selection of plants and shrubs incl. azaleas, rhododendrons, rambling roses set amongst a carpet of bluebells. Seating in appropriate areas to enjoy the panoramic view

SHOALS HOOK FARM, Shoals Hook Lane, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, SA61 2XN. Karen & Robert Hordley, 07712 268899, shoalshook@icloud.com.
21 Apr – 15 Sept Mon-Thurs only. For groups up to 14 Adm £5 Approx 6-acre garden on our smallholding. Designed and made by ourselves over 29 yrs. incl. flower borders, veg garden, fruit trees, woodland walk, lake garden and specimen trees. Planted for the different seasons and to encourage wildlife. Many spring bulbs at the start of the year, ending with a late summer prairie style grass garden area.

 

MOELFRYN, Llandeilo Road, Gorslas, Llanelli, SA14 7LU

Elaine&Graeme Halls, 07484 775553, revelainehalls@gmail.com 

Apr- Sept for groups of 2-15 Adm £4

A 1/3 acre eco-friendly garden with herbs, fruit, veg, shrubs, perennials, trees, mini meadow and orchard. Plants to note incl. cranesbills, hydrangeas, clematis and wisteria. We also have cold frames, wormery, hot bin, pond, stumpery and propagation area. Hen keeping and holding advice can be given. Grassy and slate chipping paths lead you on with something to attract and inspire both new and well-seasoned gardeners. Lots of quirky areas and every twist and turn something more. A tranquil, life-affirming and inspiring space.

GELLI UCHAF, Rhydcymerau, Llandeilo, Carms, SA19 7PY

Julian & Fiona Wormald, 01558 685119, thegardenimpressionists@gmail.com

15 Feb –06 July for groups of 10 to 25. Adm £6 Parking limited Complementing a C17 Longhouse and 11-acre smallholding this 11⁄2 acre garden is mainly organic. Trees & shrubs are underplanted with thousands of snowdrops, crocus, cyclamen, daffodils, woodland shrubs, clematis, rambling roses, hydrangeas & autumn flowering perennials. There are several wildflower hay meadows. wildlife ponds, stream and shepherd’s hut to explore beyond the main garden.

*NEW*. LLWYNGARREG, Whitland, Carmarthenshire, SA34 0XH

Paul & Liz O'Neill, 01994 240717 lizpaulfarm@yahoo.co.uk, www.llwyngarreg.co.uk

Feb – Oct. Adm £7

This is the gardens we visited as a club last year; many rarities. Trees and rhododendrons are underplanted with perennials. The sunken garden for tender/exotic gems and gravel terraces with formal pool continues to mature. Springs form a series of linked ponds across the main garden, providing colourful bog gardens. Wildlife ponds, fruit and veg, living willow structures, and quirky creations here and there.

PONT TRECYNNY, Fishguard, Pembrokeshire, SA65 9SR

Wendy Kinver, 01348 873040, wendykinver@icloud.com 26 May-25 Aug for groups 10-30 Adm £5 Parking limited

A diverse garden of 31⁄2 acres. Meander through the meadow planted with native trees, pass the pond and over a bridge which takes you along a path, through an arboretum, orchard, and gravel garden and into the formal garden full of cloud trees, exotic plants and pots, which then leads you to the stream and vegetable garden.

  

COLD COMFORT FARM, Wolfscastle, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire SA62 5PA Judy&Paul Rumblelow, 07809 560409, judy.rumblelow@gmail.com www.facebook.com/Cold- Comfort-Plants/100042072915115/

May-July for groups up to 50 Adm £5
Five acres of developing wildflower meadow alongside wrap around farm garden and small plant nursery. Perennial beds, showcasing nursery stock, rockery, gravel garden, raised beds, greenhouses, polytunnel and compost. Welcoming garden under development on sloping plot, full of planting ideas for windy and difficult conditions. Outstanding views of the Preseli Mountains.

STABLE COTTAGE, Rhoslanog, Mathry, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire SA62 5HG Michael & Jane Bayliss, 01348 837712 michaelandjane1954@michaelandjane.plus.com

01 May-13 July. For groups up to 12. Parking limited so car sharing required.
Adm £4 Teas available if booked in advance.
Garden extends to approx. 1/3 of an acre. It is divided into several smaller garden types, with a seaside garden, small orchard and wildlife area, scented

garden, small vegetable/kitchen garden, and two Japanese areas - a stroll garden and courtyard area.

 CAE BACH, Hermon, Glogue, nr Crymych,Pembrokeshire SA36 0DS

Liz &Will North, 01239 831663 elizabethmmnorth@gmail.com 15 June to 20 July for groups of up t0 25 Adm £5
11⁄2 acre newly established garden designed to attract wildlife, particularly

bees and butterflies. Herbaceous borders, ponds, grasses, Japanese garden with rill, rose garden (50 varieties), greenhouse, exotic area, conifer/heather area, wildflower meadow area, vegetable and fruit trees and fruit cage. Most areas wheelchair accessible.

PEN-Y-GARN, Foelgastell, Cefneithin, Carmarthen, SA14 7EU

Mary-Ann Nossent & Mike Wood 07985 077022,

maryann.nossent@ngs.org.uk, www.instagram.com/pen_y_garn

22 Mar-31 July for groups up to 20 Adm £4 Parking limited

11⁄2 acres unusual setting within a former old limestone quarry, the garden is on several levels with slopes and steps. Sympathetically developed to sit within the landscape, there are five distinct areas with cultivated herbaceous borders and lawns: a shady area with woodland planting & wild ponds; no dig kitchen garden; terraced

borders with shrubs and herbaceous planting; no mow lawns and pond. The garden is on several levels with slopes and steps (steep in places). It sits on a bedrock of limestone so has both cultivated and wild flowers that thrive on this soil type.

HOUSE ON STILTS, Rotten Pill Road, Ferryside, Carmarthenshire, SA17 5TN
Paula & Iain Davies 07967 125881, paulapdavies@gmail.com,www.instagram.com/paulapdavies/.
25 May- 22 June for groups of up to 20 Adm £5 Parking nearby. A 1/3 acre garden surrounds a mid-century modern house resembling a bird-hide nestled in a rural estuary setting. A garden designed with anartist’s eye, subtle colour palette and use of form and texture. A mosaic of different habitats for wildlife, from a large pond at the rear to a dry cockle shell garden to the front. An emphasis on promoting biodiversity. Coastal front garden, wildlife pond with viewing deck, bog garden, native hedging, summer house, slopes planted with shrubs, perennials, bulbs and edibles, wild area with log pile, etc. Potting shed and propagation area.

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Flowers, Fun, Facts and First-Class Winners on the Autumn Gardening Club Programme

 

FLOWERS, FUN, FACTS & FIRST-CLASS WINNERS; A ROUND UP OF GARDENING CLUB NEW FOR LATE SUMMER AND AUTUMN.

The Rhydlewis Gardening Club has been on its travels again, starting with a joyful coach trip to Llwyngarreg. This beautifully tended 4 acre garden near Whitland was full of flowers in July and the weather really showed off their colours. The gardens are owned and tended  by Liz and Paul O’Neil  and part of the National Garden Scheme. After our long trip, we needed the tea and delicious selection of cakes on offer! It was warm enough to enjoy our treats in the garden.

 

Afterward, Paul  O'Neil

guided us round the gardens, explaining how they gardened and naming the plants and trees. This trip was open to friends and family, and it was voted a lovely garden and a magical afternoon trip.

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THE FLOWER AND PRODUCE SHOW was held on the 27th of August and we were surprised at the number of wonderful entries after such a mixed spring and summer. The Show Secretary, Jane Puddephatt, said; 

"Members dug deep to produce an amazing display of color and variety which kept our judges Bob and Rannveig Wallis very busy." Thanks to Barry the photographer for taking these marvellous pics of the winners, which appeared, with Jane's write-up of the event in the local paper, Teifi News, and on the Cambrian News Online.

Category Results in Full are at the bottom of the blogpost

On Tuesday September 24th, 7.30pm we had our annual round-table discussion. This time we looked at “PESTS AND DISEASES”.  Members mostly wanted to talk about how we all cope with pests and plant disease and how, in our different ways, we address the problems. Sue Edmunds gave us a really interesting short talk on the problem of slugs in the garden, and  how to approach this and still to do the least damage to the fragile eco system. She came up with some very interesting ways of combatting these slimy invaders.  Come and tell us your tips and tricks, and find out how others deal with these problems, including copper bands, nematodes, caffeine repellant planting and garlic! We had a short Friends and Foes Quiz along with the raffle and refreshments. 

The  Prize Draw was announced. This is a great chance to win one of three electric propagators for greenhouse or indoor use. Tickets are £2 each; contact Nina for details if you want to have a go. or come to the next two meetings! The Draw winners will be announced at the end of the Winter Party in November. 

This month, on Tuesday October 29th 7.30pm, we have 

HOUSEPLANTS FOR BEGINNERS

Ruth Bramley from Farmyard Nurseries, will give an illustrated talk on how to care for your houseplants, covering the vast variety of plants that can be brought inside to be enjoyed. Do bring along any ‘difficult’ houseplants that you may have, and of course your questions on houseplant gardening. There will be chance to examine the prizes of propagators, and buy tickets for the Draw, and as always, there will be a raffle and refreshments. 

On Tuesday November 28th this year, we will complete  our 2024 meetings with a festive meeting––THE WINTER PARTY.

This  perennial celebration is the chance for you to enjoy each others company. Refreshments will be provided, but do feel free to bring your own contributions of nibbles and your choice of drinks to make this a great evening where we can relax and chat about gardening and anything else!  Just for fun, we're going to have a session of Gardening Bingo, so hold on to your gardening hats as you go for the stupendous prizes! 

Here are those up-coming dates again, for your diary.

October 29th 7.30pm

HOUSEPLANTS FOR BEGINNERS

Tuesday November 28th, 7.30pm

WINTER SOCIAL EVENING

Tuesday January 28th,   2025 7.30pm

AGM 

The first meeting next year; please come along and be an active part of the AGM of your gardening club. Please bring your subscription fee of £10. New members welcome and the 2025 programme will be available.

Category Results in Full: White Potatoes 1st. Janette Sharman, 2nd. Gary Soltys; Coloured Potatoes 1st Gary Soltys, 2nd.Janette Sharman; Beetroot 1st, Carrie Davies; Marrow, 1st, Sarah Taylor, 2nd, Gary Soltys; Runner Beans 1st, Janette Sharman, 2nd, Erica Knight; Pods of peas, 1st, Ann-Marie Dewhurst, 2nd, Carrie Davies; Onions, 1st, Janette Sharman, 2nd, Jim Milton; Shallots, 1st, Jim Milton; Tomatoes, 1st, Gary Soltys, 2nd, Marj Fogg; Cherry Tomatoes, 1st, Joy Wason, 2nd, John Piggott; Cucumber, 1st, Joy Wason, 2nd, Janette Sharman; Longest Runner Bean 1st. Erica Knight 2nd. Anne Tod; Best Comic Vegetable, 1st, Janette Sharman; Collection of 6 Vegetables, 1st, Janette Sharman, 2nd, Carrie Davies; Bunch of 5 mixed herbs, 1st, Janette Sharman, 2nd, Gemma Cohen; Cooking Apples, 1st, Carrie Davies, 2nd. Rob Taylor; Dessert Apples 1st. n/a 2nd. Jim Milton; Vase of 3 Dahlias, 1st, Jacqui Harries, 2nd, John Piggott; Vase of 3 Hydrangeas, 1st, John Piggott and Gary Soltys, 2nd, Ruth Potter; Vase of 6 Sweet Peas, 1st, Gary Soltys, 2nd, Ann-Marie Dewhurst; Vase of 6 Garden Flowers, 1st, Erica Knight, 2nd, Joy Wason; An arrangement for a Golden Wedding Anniversary, 1st, Marj Fogg; Arrangement A Summer Gift Hand Tied Arrangement, 1st, Joy Wason 2nd. Nina Milton; Photograph A Stunning Summer Landscape, 1st, Sophie Heath, 2nd, Jane Puddephatt; Photograph Something Fluffy, 1st, Jane Puddephatt, 2nd, Rob Taylor; Painting My Garden, 1st, Jim Milton, 2nd, Jim Milton; Metre of Bunting, 1st, Jacqui Harries, 2nd, Sophie Heath; An Article of Hand Made Jewellery, 1st, Jacqui Harries, 2nd, Carrie Davies; Handmade Greeting Card, 1st, Carey Jones; Sausage Rolls, 1st, Nina Milton, 2nd, Marj Fogg; A loaf of Brown or White Bread, 1st, Marj Fogg, 2nd, Marj Fogg; A cake made with a vegetable not Carrot, 1st, Sophie Heath, 2nd, Marj Fogg; Decorated Cup Cakes, Nina Milton; Novelty Biscuits, Sophie Heath; Jar of Jam or Jelly 1st, John Piggott, 2nd, Carrie Davies; Jar of Relish, 1st, Marj Fogg, 2nd, Nina Milton; Childs Class Item Made from Recycled Material, 1st, Jazmine Jones and Georgia Heath; Child's Class Glove Puppet, Georgia Heath.