STOP PRESS: Unfortunately, we had to cancel this Talk because Andrew was suddenly taken ill. Andrew is currently the Secretary and a judge with the London Gardens Society which includes London’s Squares, Bexley in Bloom and London Alms-houses. “I started as an apprentice gardener at Inverewe Gardens in the North West coast of Scotland with The National Trust for…Continue Reading “Free Talk: All You Ever Wanted to Know About Composting!”
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”
This Autumn’s Bring & Buy is on 11th and 12th October at the Hut. It’s a great chance to fill your pots and beds with old favourites and maybe some zany newcomers. It’s a fun event (sharp elbows advisable), where you can find lots of bargains. Don’t forget to BRING please – otherwise there will…Continue Reading “Bring & Buy 11th & 12th October”
The Schedule for our annual Late Summer Show is now available. It’s open to all. The full list of classes is Vegetable, Fruit, Chrysanthemum, Dahlia, General Flowers, Pelargonium & Geranium, Houseplant & Cactus, Floral Art, Domestic, Handicraft, Photographic, Children’s – and Oddest Vegetable (by public vote). Take part! Enter to win cash prizes and a…Continue Reading “Late Summer Show September 6”