1st April 2021
Happy first of April everyone! Now the days are getting longer (finally!) after what feels like the longest winter of-all-time, and we’re getting a bit more freedom – it’s time to start planning trips, because we deserve it. The first thing I think of when camping comes up in conversation, is not an entirely enjoyable […]
24th March 2020
In response to guidance on Covid-19 controls the Hall and Gardens are closed to the public until further notice.
1st September 2019
The weather has been erratic this month. It has certainly rained but also been very, very hot. The best growing conditions which have resulted in a lush garden. The weeds have shot skywards, overwhelming certain beds.A job for another time, I am picking my battles. One battle, fought by Robert, is the wee beasties attacking […]
2nd August 2019
Help from the Family On Friday evening, at the local pub, my sister Amanda strolls in gleefully wagging her fingers. “I’ve been weeding!” she grins. Now, most people would be overjoyed to have help in the garden. Most people, but in this instance, not me. I had visions of freshly planted purchases floating down the […]
