Category: Horticultural Society

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Horticultural Society

This is a lively society that has been flourishing for almost thirty years. We have about 100 members who enjoy sharing knowledge and seeing other gardens.  Two evenings a year we have a supper followed by a talk from a visiting lecturer. We have an annual coach outing to a notable garden and two car outings to interesting gardens closer to home. In May there is a Bring and Buy plant sale and the highlight of the year is the annual Flower Show in August.
Membership entitles discounts at several local nurseries.
Activity Address Village Hall and various external venues.
Name of Contact Heather Mines
Contact Address Rose Cottage, Hall Lane, Hadlow Down, TN22 4HJ
Telephone 07974 204231
Email Address heathermines2@hotmail.com

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🏆🏵The Summer Show Returns!🏵🏆

🌻 The Hadlow Down Summer Show Returns! 🌻
Saturday 2nd August | Village Hall

We’re thrilled to announce that the much-loved Hadlow Down Summer Show is making a triumphant return to the village calendar!

With the recent and sad closure of the Horticultural Society, you might have thought the days of showing off your prize dahlias, giant marrows, and crafty creations were over. But fear not! Thanks to a group of determined and plucky villagers, the tradition lives on – and it’s shaping up to be better than ever.

Taking place on Saturday 2nd August in the Village Hall, this year’s Summer Show is open to everyone, and we’ve introduced some exciting new classes alongside all your old favourites.

🌼 For the green-fingered and creative at heart:

  • Show off your blooms, veg, flower arrangements, and handmade crafts

  • Try your hand at new 2025 classes like infused gin and homemade wine

  • Crafters – get ready to create a doorstop or something in tie-dye

🧒 For our younger showstoppers, we’ve added fantastic new children’s classes across three age groups:

  • Under 6s, 7–10 years, and 11-14 years

  • Get creative with wooden spoon puppets, an alien made from fruit or vegetables, or a decorated picture frame

🎟️ And it doesn’t stop there! Expect:

  • An exciting raffle with brilliant prizes

  • An auction of donated exhibits for some lively bidding fun

So, whether you’re a master grower, a crafty genius, or just love a bit of community spirit, save the date and get involved. It’s a celebration of all the talent, creativity, and heart that makes Hadlow Down such a special place.

Keep an eye out for entry forms and full details coming soon – and start planning your entries now!

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‘Painting with Plants’ – Wine & Buffet Evening

Last chance for Hadlow Down HS members to get a preferential opportunity for tickets  before they go on sale to the general public!
A Horticultural Society presentation not to be missed!

Chris Beardshaw was born and grew up in Broad Green, near Broadwas, Worcestershire.   He was formally trained in horticulture at Pershore College, and holds a BA Hons and PGDip in landscape architecture from the University of Gloucestershire.  He has won 35 prestigious design awards, including 12 RHS Gold Medals.  He has also been voted for the People’s Choice Award six times, most recently in 2023.
His first TV appearance was in 1999 as the expert on Surprise Gardeners for Carlton TV. After this, he moved to the BBC TV and Real Rakeovers as the expert contributor.  His first show as solo presenter was Weekend Gardener for UKTV Style in 2000. Also in 2000, he co-presented Gardening Neighbours for BBC 2. This was followed by three series of Housecall.  After this, he joined Gardeners’ World Live as a specialist presenter, and then soon moved on to become a presenter on Gardeners World. 
Beardshaw presented The Flying Gardener series for BBC2, which ran for four series. He currently presents Beechgrove and is a regular panel member on BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners Question Time .
The Chris Beardshaw Rose was launched at the Hampton Court Show in July 2007. Scented with soft pink blooms, the new rose was produced by international rose specialist C&K Jones. Chris specifically asked for a donation (£2.50) to be made to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) for every rose sold.
He holds an Honorary Degree from Liverpool University and is an Honorary Fellow of Gloucester University and in 2017 was awarded the Kew Guild Gold Award.

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Raffle Extravaganza !

Raffle tickets are available to purchase NOW! At only £1 per ticket and with every penny raised going back to Village organisations, it’s a fantastic way to support all our brilliant local projects, groups, volunteers and participants.
Contact Avril on 07812 188871 to secure your tickets Prizes will be drawn at the Fayre on Saturday September 7th 2024

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Horticultural Show

Time to start lining up & preparing all the Fruit, Veg & Flowers you intend to show and getting your entry forms in.

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Village Article Writers

The Village Magazine is asking for volunteers who would be prepared to write and submit articles on a regular basis on any subject that could be of interest to parishioners.

As well as hoping for input of a variety of village life subjects from all residents the Mag is particularly interested in hearing from youngsters who may be doing Med
ia Studies at college. As well as being recognised for contributing something to your community it’s a great opportunity to add something to your CV!
Please contact Peter at smyth594@gmail.com if interested.
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Christmas Table Decoration Making

The village Horticultural Society committees of both Hadlow Down and Buxted are working hard to promote events that help to secure the future of their societies in both villages. Admin is therefore happy to include the following post on our pages as part of a reciprocal agreement although it does not necessarily comply with group rules regarding village boundaries.
From Lisa Ayling
Christmas is coming! Do come along to our Christmas event on Saturday 9th December at 2pm. You can make your own stunning festive table piece with sparkly teasels, fircones and foliage. All welcome including beginners. Festive refreshments too. Its fun! To reserve a place do email: info@buxtedhorticulturalsociety.org.uk