Imagine visiting this garden, with a platform high above magnificent full sized trees, no protective railings, no health and safety warnings….the danger of the bird’s eye view without wings…a different perspective, a garden with an edge on multiple levels.  I’d … Continue reading →

A day to ourselves and the call of Friston Forest rings loudly in our ears. The forest is a stunning Beech wood, which we often visit with the kids as it’s an ideal place for den making, hiding, seeking, mud … Continue reading →

As the name suggests seed swapping was the main focus on Seedy Saturday in Lewes last weekend and it was great to see such a hub of activity around the seed swap table. Eager growers brought their carefully saved seeds … Continue reading →

Bursting at the door….I believe our eldest really thought her dream of becoming a pirate Queen was about to come true. In fact, I’ve never seen her so eager to go for a walk!  On a crisp Gloucestershire morning, the … Continue reading →

‘Why do our walks always end in disaster?’ asked one of our little’uns as the sky opened on a recent walk at the Arlington Reservoir, Sussex. We were starting to wonder the same thing when this outburst was then followed … Continue reading →

On a recent visit to France, we spent some time in a most delightful Potager Garden and with its wise gardener who gave us a tour. A potager is a French term for an ornamental vegetable or kitchen garden. It … Continue reading →

Memories from RHS Hampton Court flower show are still fresh for us. It was great to be around people who are excited about and seeking inspiration from great garden design and quality garden build. We went on one of those … Continue reading →

As the sun shyly appears, Sheffield Park and Gardens have become a regular garden we visit and one we would definitely recommend. The Rhododendrons and Azaleas have dazzled and smelt beautiful and the vast height and width of the Giant … Continue reading →

We love this time of year, the arrival of summer declared by the vivid blues of the Bluebell carpets to be seen in woodland walks all over Sussex. Those looking for tips for shade planting would do well to observe … Continue reading →