Category Archives: General

December Update

Posted on December 10, 2016 by Len

The daffodils are a little slow this year owing to the dry season, but I suspect we will get plenty of rain in the next few weeks and I’m sure that everything will be flowering in time for open days … Continue reading →

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Daffodil Walks are open for 2016

Posted on March 30, 2016 by Len

It’s the first day of the daffodil walks today, a fantastic turnout, the weather was kind. We had visitors from far afield today who’ve travelled down to see something different. A general update for those wondering – we have suffered … Continue reading →

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Supporter thanks!

Posted on March 18, 2016 by Howard

We’d like to say a big thanks! to Ian and Bob at Buildbase Nantwich who have kindly supplied 10 tons of hardcore for the marquee base for our visitors this year! These kind of donations help us to make a nicer experience … Continue reading →

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Update on Daffodils, Bulbs, Planting and Dates for 2015

Posted on October 12, 2014 by Len

Get planting your daffodil bulbs now! Only buy firm bulbs, and remember the general rule for planting not too deep – usually about 2 to 2 and a half times the depth of the bulb. Fertilise if you like with … Continue reading →

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Len on the telly

Posted on January 27, 2013 by Howard

On the TV again, with a section recorded for Gardeners’ World a while back, while the daffodils were in full show. A to Z of TV Gardening See the A to Z of TV Gardening – letter D on BBC … Continue reading →

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Countryman’s Forecast

Posted on November 12, 2012 by Len

Some varieties are already showing shoots, they will slow down when the frost arrives. The countryman’s forecast for this winter, as there are very few berries nuts and acorns this year this would suggest that the winter will be quite … Continue reading →

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Daffodil Walk Dates For 2012

Posted on December 18, 2011 by Len

The guided daffodil walks for 2012 will be available from Monday 26th March to Sunday 8th April inclusive! These need to be booked in advance (see the bookings page for details) and places may be limited on busiest days. I … Continue reading →

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A Countryman’s Long Range Forecast and Logic

Posted on August 28, 2011 by Len

This year the trees are full to bursting with fruits and berries. More acorns, beech mast, rowan, elder and hawthorn than I have sen for at least 40 years. This could mean that after the two previous severe winters, the … Continue reading →

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Spring 2011 Fundraising

Posted on May 3, 2011 by Len

Thankyou everyone who came on the walks and listened to the talks and enjoyed the daffodils! This year we raised £5100 for Macmillan Cancer Care! Particular thanks to Cheshire Chambers – who supplied the toilet facilities Marc Byram Photography who … Continue reading →

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