Storrington Horticultural Society Newsletter August 2024
News about recent and future activities from Storrington Horticultural Society. Recent prize giving, talks, a future outing…
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“The Importance of Daffodils”. The National Garden Scheme, Marie Curie – and List of Open Gardens
The National Garden Scheme supports Marie Curie., the end-of-life charity whose symbol is the daffodil. Also has a good list of Open Gardens.
Wellbeing Benefits of visiting National Garden Scheme gardens in winter: List of Open Gardens
New research by the National Garden Scheme, confirms the health benefits visiting a garden in winter can provide. With list of Open Gardens.
Storrington In Bloom clean up the bus turning circle area
On Sunday 5 March, volunteers from Storrington In Bloom cleaned up the bus turning circle area, pruning the overhanging spikey bush and removing litter, broken glass and leaves.
St. Mary’s Storrington wins Churchyard of the Year for the 2nd time
For the second time, the churchyard at St. Mary’s Parish Church Storrington has been awarded Churchyard of the Year, in the South & South-East section of the Britain In Bloom competition.
Wildlife Trust Free Online Quiz “Gardening for Butterflies”
Sussex Wildlife Trust (Storrington & Arun Valley Regional Group): First Online Event of 2022 – a Quiz: “Gardening for Butterflies”
Vacancy with The Garden Team, Parham House & Gardens
We are seeking an additional member of staff to add to our existing team of seven gardeners. The new recruit will be encouraged to develop their horticultural interests and skills, and will play a key role in realising our vision for Parham to continue to be a garden of excellence and a destination for discerning garden visitors.