Outings Officer Matilda Smith reports on the LHS Visit to Nymans on 17 May 2025 A group of 23 LHS members enjoyed a glorious sunny day exploring Nymans, a 500-acre estate in the heart of the Sussex countryside. With 32 acres of formal gardens and 20 acres of informal planting, the site is lovingly maintained by 30…Continue Reading “NYMANS VISIT: A Garden Steeped in History”
“Blooming” with 5 Floral Art Demonstrations Wednesday 25 June 8pm The Old Library Speaker: Eleanor Bracken Eleanor was the judge for the Floral Art section of our Spring Show. She is an Area Demonstrator for London & Overseas, a member of the National Association of Flower Arrangement Societies. The Talk begins at 8pm. Doors open at 7.30pm….Continue Reading “Wednesday 25 June : free Talk & Demonstration”
“London gardens make up nearly a quarter of the capital” – what an opportunity for gardeners! Our gardens, balconies and windowsills can be important sources of nectar and food for insects, increasing their abundance and diversity. This was a key message from Czech Conroy, the speaker at our May Talk. He is a member of…Continue Reading “Give biodiversity a chance: from grey to green”
In May, the Friends of West Norwood Cemetery kindly invited me to join them on a guided tour of Highate Cemetery. Like West Norwood, Highate is one of London’s seven great Victorian cemeteries. In just under 200 years, as well as places of burial and cremation, they have become sizeable and important natural habitats in…Continue Reading “London’s cemeteries – nature’s oases”
“Restoring Biodiversity in Suburban London” Wednesday 28 May 8pm The Old Library Speaker: Czech Conroy Czech Conroy is a local wildlife enthusiast, photographer, and RSPB Central London Local Group representative in Lambeth. He focuses on biodiversity and wildlife in London, particularly in areas like Brockwell Park. He’s involved in projects like Wild Clapham and the Lambeth…Continue Reading “Wednesday 28 May : free Talk”