Spring has finally sprung, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to embrace the great outdoors. As the days get longer and the temperatures rise, there’s no better time to plan for some outdoor family bonding time. We’ve got it all here in the UK — from incredible beaches and […]
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Brighten your outlook with National Houseplant Week
With National Houseplant week taking place (10th-16th January) and reports found that January is one of the hardest months of the year. Research shows that MORE than 25% of Brits have the ‘January Blues’ and admit to feeling more miserable than they do at any other time of the year. […]
Read moreWest Dean responds to climate change with new plantings
As the UK records its highest temperatures on record and has introduced hosepipe bans, it seems timely that West Dean Gardens (Chichester, West Sussex) has introduced a new drought tolerant experimental meadow that is covered in recycled stone mulch. As Head Gardener Tom Brown explains: “Over recent summers, we’re becoming […]
Read moreAutumn and Winter Propagation Workshop
Find out about the art of plant propagation in our new one day workshop. With techniques adapted from nature, we can produce plants for our gardens, with enough left over to share with friends. This workshop covers a wide range of techniques that can be undertaken throughout the shorter days […]
Read moreA weekend of discovery unearthing London’s hidden gems by foot or bike
As well as opening up over 100 hidden green spaces across the capital, London Square Open Gardens Weekend will be organising over 30 guided walks and cycle rides this year. The event, on June 11th & 12th, supported by residential developer London Square, will feature a host of walks uncovering some […]
Read moreSeminar Series draws ‘gardening for wellbeing’ experts from around the world
Everyone involved in gardening for wellbeing will be delighted to learn about the 2nd online Seminar Series coming to their screens from Therapeutic Gardening Charity, Trellis. The event, which takes place from the 7-11th March this year, will bring together experts from around the world who use gardening to support […]
Read morevISIT THE BANKSIDE OPEN SPACES FESTIVAL
Coming soon – the Bankside Open Spaces Festival, a family-friendly day celebrating BOST’s open spaces and our brilliant local community.Join us on Saturday 25 September from 12-6pm, in Red Cross Garden, Marlborough Sports Garden and Crossbones Graveyard for live music, dance, sports and games for children and young people, and much, much more! Our open spaces […]
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