We are pleased to report that, after more than two years of negotiation, we have finally agreed a new lease with Lambeth Council. This will secure the Society’s use of the Trading Hut for 10 more years. While the agreed rent will be higher than previously, it remains well below commercial levels. The Society’s Committee…Continue Reading “Report from The Transition Working Group”
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Check back for more details as they become available throughout the year. We also have a packed programme of events from the Wildlife Gardening Group. Don’t forget – you can now join and renew your membership online.
What is wildlife gardening? Here’s a very useful discussion from the Wildlife Gardening Forum. We provide educational support to group members (and LHS members more generally) in benefitting wildlife and increasing biodiversity in their gardens. We aim to show that realistic wildlife-friendly gardening can be accessible, affordable and enjoyable for all. The group was formed…Continue Reading “WILDLIFE GARDENING GROUP 2026”
“Hornets are taking the ferry” Asian Hornet nest, found in a tree in Sundridge Park, Bromley, this summer. The nest was subsequently destroyed by the National Bee Unit. Photo: NBU An update from our member Bob Jackman We are still waiting for the Asian hornet to arrive. Well, that is the case if you are…Continue Reading “Asian Hornets in England 2025”
An update from Coordinator Czech October outing – Roots and Shoots We were given a guided tour of the one-acre site, which was initially derelict and treeless, and has subsequently been transformed through 40 years of practical, regenerative gardening by staff, students and volunteers. No pesticides or herbicides are used. The horticultural facilities include: a plant…Continue Reading “Wildlife Gardening Group Update – Roots & Shoots”