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Posted in Gardens, Photography on Sunday May 10, 2009| Leave a Comment »
Parwich Bluebell Wood
Posted in 2009, Gardens, Photography, Posts of Note on Sunday May 10, 2009| 1 Comment »
A few weeks ago, parwich.org published some photographs of the glorious daffodils in Dorothy L’s woodland garden. Alas, the daffs have gone over now and the onerous task of dead-heading is well under way.
We have good news however. Dorothy’s woodland garden is looking more spectacular than ever. The bluebells are flowering and make a breathtaking scene. 
Thanks again to Dorothy for allowing us to enjoy her garden through these pictures. Click on ‘Continue Reading’ for a floral feast!
Free Entry to Lea Gardens
Posted in Gardens, Societies on Tuesday May 5, 2009| Leave a Comment »
If you are a member of the Horticultural Society then you can have free access to the wonderful Lea Gardens, near Matlock. Entry to the gardens is normally £4 but to join the Horticultural Society it only costs £2 per year! Pay your membership to Nia, Dot or Mike H or Ben. If you would like to borrow the society’s tickets to the gardens ring Liz H (302) or Ben (665), ideally by the day before.
Lea Gardens is a unique collection of highly acclaimed rhododendrons, azaleas kalmias and other plants collected from the far corners of the world. Throughout May it is a true delight, open from 10am to 5pm, with a small plant centre and tea rooms.
The Gardens are sited on the remains of a medieval millstone quarry and cover an area of approximately 4 acres (1.6ha) on a wooded hillside. The excellent rock Garden contain a huge variety of alpines with acers, dwarf conifers, heathers and spring bulbs. 
Bird life has been encouraged in quiet woodland walks below the main gardens. This area, planted with ornamental trees and specie rhododendrons, contains many assorted bird-boxes donated by friends of Lea Gardens. The colours, scents and natural bird life can best be appreciated on a quiet weekday.
Spring Plant Fair – Culland Hall, Brailsford this Sunday.
Posted in Gardens on Thursday April 23, 2009| Leave a Comment »
SPRING PLANT FAIR at Culland Hall
Near Brailsford – just off the A52.
SUNDAY, 26 APRIL, 11 am to 4 pm
Unusual Plants for sale from many leading specialist nurseries and R.H.S. Exhibitors
The Gardens at Culland Hall are also open – Parkland setting with wide terraced lawns and areas designed as rooms, white garden, colour theme borders, 19th century walled kitchen garden, woodland walk, hot border and much more.
Refreshments available all day – Entrance £3.50; children FREE; FREE car park!
All profits to The Mid-Derbyshire Association for Mobile Physiotherapy
This is a lovely plant fair. Last year we had plants that were being “launched” at Chelsea! So good to get the jump on fellow gardeneners… There is a fine collection of rare plants and trees on the grounds and thanks to the lovely recent weather, the garden is coming along nicely, so there should be lots to see!
Also, they have a fine collection of rare breed chickens and lovely Lleyn and Jacob sheep.
It is worth noting that Mobile Physio covers the southern Dales, including our own Parwich. I’m sure you’ve seen Beverley’s van in the village over the years offering free physiotherapy to the housebound.
Thanks to Debbie for this information.
A message from Parwich and District Horticultural Society.
Posted in Gardens, Societies on Wednesday April 8, 2009| Leave a Comment »
PDHS is thriving, despite the loss of much of the expertise and experience of previous members. While we still attach great importance to being able to grow and show the perfect dahlia and chrysanthemum, we also cater for the other end of the gardening spectrum: those who get excited when they manage to produce a broad bean!
All members should by now have received the latest calendar, listing the dates of the up and coming trips and events. If you have not received one of these, then you may find your membership has lapsed…
Membership is £2 per annum, and the year runs from October to September. Membership gives you many benefits, including subsidised places on trips and cheap entry into the main show. For example, the trips to Consall Hall (20th May) and to Arley Hall gardens (22nd July) will cost £10 for members and £15 for non-members.
If anyone wishes to renew their membership or join the society, please can they see Nia Linnell (661) or Dot and Mike Hart (456).
Every year we make changes to the classes for you to exhibit in. The home produce section continues to expand, as does the unusual looking vegetable. There really is something for everyone: young or old, green fingered or not. The society is now working with the school, helping to help them grow their own produce which they will then eat and sell.
Please do check up on your membership, and don’t miss out on any PDHS events!
Dorothy’s beautiful woodland garden
Posted in 2009, Gardens, Posts of Note on Sunday April 5, 2009| 3 Comments »
As you round the corner by the turn-off to the School, a rather special sight greets your eyes. Over the last few years, an area of ‘wilderness’ has been transformed into a calming, charming woodland garden. This transformation has been achieved thanks to an enormous amount of hard work by Dorothy L, who has realised her vision to establish meandering paths and wild flowers in a natural setting.
One of the joys of Spring is to see the daffodils bloom in this area. This year, they are magnificent. Here is Dorothy tending her garden:
Dorothy has kindly allowed us to photograph aspects of her garden. Click on each image to enlarge it.
Wednesday – A Garden Talk.
Posted in Gardens, Societies on Tuesday March 31, 2009| Leave a Comment »
Another Community Event – Everyone Welcome – Come & listen to this excellent Royal Horticultural Speaker whose garden has been featured on the BBC.
A Shady Place – A Down to Earth Garden Talk
Posted in Gardens, Societies on Saturday March 28, 2009| 1 Comment »
Stuart Dixon travels widely, sharing his love of the traditional English garden in “down to earth” talks to horticultural societies. He is a Royal Horticultural Society, Hardy Plant NCCPG & GCS and National Trust speaker, much of his knowledge and expertise being gained from the restoration of his own 18th Century garden at Hebb’s Farmhouse near Nottingham, which has been featured on BBC TV. So come and enjoy an informative evening organised by The Horticultural Society – Another Community Event.
Trip to Bridgemere Gardens – 10 places still available
Posted in Gardens, Societies on Wednesday March 25, 2009| Leave a Comment »
There are 10 places available on the trip to Bridgemere Gardens on Tuesday April 14th. The bus leaves at 9.30am from The Green and will leave the gardens at 5pm. It is an Over 60’s event but adults of all ages are welcome. For non member there is a £10 charge. Please ring Alan L on 279 to secure your place.
Horticultural Programme for 2009.
Posted in Gardens, Societies, Young people on Thursday February 19, 2009| Leave a Comment »
There are lots of interesting trips, talks and shows being organised by Parwich & District Horticultural Society for 2009. Everyone is welcome. To book or make enquiries regarding trips please ring Liz Henbury on 302.
- April, Wednesday 1st – Talk ‘A Shady Place’ with Stuart Dixon
- May, Wednesday 20th – Visit to Consall Hall Gardens A 70 acre haven of beauty and tranquillity set amidst the beautiful scenery of the Churnet Valley, high above Consall Forge with it’s canal and steam trains.
- June, Sunday 21st – Open Gardens & Childrens Show
- July, Wednesday 22nd – Visit and guided tour of Arley Hall & Gardens The Gardens, which are amongst the finest in Britain, are outstanding for their vitality, variety and historical interest and are particularly celebrated for the magnificent double herbaceous border. The Hall is an impressive example of a Victorian country house built in the Elizabethan style.
- September, Sunday 6th – Horticultural Show
- October, Thursday 8th – Bob Matthews Quiz
- November, Friday 6th – AGM & Social Evening
Help needed this Sunday – Gardening at School
Posted in Gardens, School on Friday February 13, 2009| Leave a Comment »
Whatever the weather on Sunday we need your help.
We need people to muck in and help prepare the ground for our new and exciting gardening project, the old plants need to be cleared ready for the hard landscaping which will be happening over half term.
So please join us at school, in the appropriate weather clothing at 12pm on Sunday 15th February, children must be accompained by an adult. Nia & Rebecca will be leading this project.
Everyone and we mean everyone is welcome.
Sun and frost
Posted in Gardens on Tuesday January 13, 2009| 2 Comments »
The sun and frost in recent days have been especially dramatic – there are also a lot of natural sounds to listen to when all else is still in the village!
Seed Order Reminder
Posted in Gardens on Saturday January 10, 2009| Leave a Comment »
To take advantage of the discount, PDHS members please let me have your 2009 Suttons Seeds orders before 20th January.
Remember there is generally 45% off seed orders and 10% off other catalogue items.
Thanks
Dot
PS Let me know if you need a catalogue (tel. 456).
Given the Horticultural Society membership is only £2 per year, you are into profit with orders of as little as £4-50. Save twice: first on your seed orders, and second on the flowers and vegetables you produce.
Horticultural Society has new officers
Posted in Gardens, Societies on Saturday November 8, 2008| Leave a Comment »
At last night’s Parwich & District Horticultural Society’s AGM the following Officers were elected unopposed:
- Chair: Nia Linnell
- Vice Chair: vacant
- Treasurer: Ben Bennett
- Secretary: Mike Hart
Peter Rawlins stood down from the Committee, to the thanks of the Society for his long service and hopes to be able to continue to draw on his expertise and knowledge.
The Society also elected two new Committee Members and Ben Bennett as our Memorial Hall Representative. Outgoing Chair Peter Trewhitt thanked everyone for all the support he and the Society have received over the past year. He continues as a committee member.
The Society enthusiastically committed to an active role in Parwich Primary School’s ‘Growing Together‘ project. Anyone wanting to volunteer to support developing a productive vegetable garden at the School please contact Nia L, Helen P or Rebeca J.
Horticultural Society AGM
Posted in Gardens, Societies on Wednesday November 5, 2008| Leave a Comment »
click on poster to enlarge
Growing Together in Parwich
Posted in Environment, Gardens, School on Tuesday November 4, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Parwich Primary School recently submitted a bid to provide funding that would enable them to improve our school grounds in a sustainable ‘green’ project.
Congratulations to the School; they have been awarded £7000, which along with the Morrisons’ ‘Let’s Grow’ vouchers (you can still leave any vouchers at the School) and the support of the local Park Rangers means they can begin to develop areas around school.
They have a plan, but now need volunteers to help make this a reality. If you or anyone within our community would like to be part of this project, please hand your name and contact details in to Mrs Rodgers (headteacher@parwich.derbyshire.sch.uk) at the School. The idea is that staff, children, parents and our community will work together.
Also, the Parwich & District Horticultural Society will be discussing how they can support this project at their AGM on Friday. So, members of the Society: have a think for Friday on how you help.
Morrisons ‘Let’s Grow’ vouchers
Posted in Gardens, School on Monday October 20, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Parwich Primary School are collecting Morrisons ‘Let’s Grow‘ vouchers, so if you get any please put them in the School letter box (or post them to Parwich Primary School, Parwich, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1QJ).
Horticultural AGM
Posted in Events, Gardens, Societies on Saturday October 18, 2008| Leave a Comment »
click on poster to enlarge
Consall Gardens
Posted in Gardens, Out & About on Friday October 3, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Martin C also has passed on this tip from his mother-in-law, Joan S (moved to Ashbourne but not forgotten), that Consall Gardens in Staffordshire are well worth visiting. The Gardens are open every Wednesday, Sunday and Bank Holiday from Good Friday to the end of October, so there is still time to visit before the end of the mseason. Would this be a good destination for a future Horticultural Society trip?
On reclaimed industrial land this 70 acres of landscape garden are the creation of one man, William Podmore, over many years. There is interest through out the year. (more…)
Manure poisoning vegetables!
Posted in Gardens on Friday October 3, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Do you know about this weed killer that can be found in manure, and that damages vegetables?
Martin C asked us to check if people are aware of the risk from some manure to garden plants. One particular hormone based weedkiller, aminopyralid, used by some farmers, can stay active in grass even after going through a horse’s digestive system. Gardeners have recently been finding typical signs of damage with curled leaves (see photo from the RHS site) in their plants, particularly vegetables.
Gardeners’ Question Time’s Chris Beardshaw says, ‘It’s potentially a huge problem which can affect ornamental plants as well as vegetables.’ (more…)
Shrub Sale
Posted in Classified adverts, Gardens, Project Parwich on Tuesday September 30, 2008| 1 Comment »
Some photos of Sunday’s Horticultural Show
Posted in 2008, Events, Gardens, Posts of Note on Thursday September 11, 2008| 2 Comments »
Flower & Vegetable Show report
Posted in 2008, Events, Gardens, Posts of Note on Monday September 8, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Thank you to the Horticulture Society for the following write up of their 58th Annual Flower & Vegetable Show:
Despite the dullest August on record and flash floods the day before the Show, washing some regular exhibitors vegetables away, entries were only a little down on last year. However, despite this the village put on an excellent display.
The Horticultural Society are particularly grateful to the commitment of the judges. Mr R Hill of Dronfield worked particularly hard this year judging the local flowers as usual, the local vegetables in place of Mrs Hill who was unwell and also jointly the open chrysanthemum classes as the planned judge had to withdraw because of a family commitment. Mr W K Wilkins of Bradley judged the dahlias and jointly with Mr Hill the chrysanthemums. Mrs M Oldfield of Buxton, a former head of catering at M & S judged the home produce section. This was her first year as one of our judges and we hope we will see her again in the future. The organisers were particularly impressed that she noted that she was served an M & S quiche for lunch. Last but not least we would also like to thank Emma of Absolutely Fabulous in Ashbourne for stepping in at the last minute to very professionally judge the floral art.
The Society would also like to give a big thank you to all who worked so hard to make the day a success. As can be seen from the list of trophy winners below Tony and Rita very nearly swept the board. (more…)
Parwich Flower & Vegetable Show
Posted in Events, Gardens, Societies on Saturday September 6, 2008| Leave a Comment »
The Horticultural Society offers its commiserations to all effected by the flood, and hopes you get sorted out soon. It was impressive to see the Shop/Pub trading more or less as usual at the same time as the clean up operation was going on. They certainly deserve to do well in the Best Community Pub award in ten days or so. Well the Show must go on.
If you have any flowers, fruit or vegetables left (at least Mike and Dot don’t need to pick theirs, the flood has spread them across the lawn) please bring you entries along between 8am and 11am on Sunday morning (7th Sept). If you crop has been washed away come along at 3pm for the auction of produce so you can still stock up your freezer.
Horticulture Show on Sunday
Posted in Events, Gardens on Friday September 5, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Disappointed because the Snail Trail is postponed, never mind you will have more cash for the auction of produce on Sunday afternoon (just after 3pm)
2008 Flower & Vegetable Show on Sunday
Posted in Events, Gardens on Thursday September 4, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Have you thought about entering the Horticultural Show on Sunday? There are classes for flowers, flower arranging, fruit, vegetables and home produce. The local classes are judged in relation to what is entered, so don’t assume your produce will not win a prize. Enter a few classes and you are almost guaranteed to win something. Don’t forget the massive auction of produce after the presentation at 3pm. Click on the photo below to see the full Schedule.
Paper copies with entry forms are available at the Legion and the Sycamore
Parwich Horticultural Show
Posted in Events, Gardens on Thursday August 28, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Don’t forget, this year’s Annual Flower & Vegetable Show is to take place on Sunday 7th September in the Memorial Hall.
This year’s Annual Flower & Vegetable Show is to take place on Sunday 7th September in the Memorial Hall. Classes are within the following categories:
The 2008 Parwich Annual Flower & Vegetable Show Schedule is available via the Sycamore Inn, the Shop and the Legion or by clicking here to see it on-line. Do have a think about entering, and don’t forget about the auction of produce at the end of the Show. (There are some great bargains to be had, and much fun trying to stop your rivals buying the best Victoria Sponge or the largest marrow.)
For more details contact Mike H tel. 456 or Peter T tel. 287
Secret Gardens of Bakewell – This Sunday
Posted in Events, Gardens on Friday August 22, 2008| 1 Comment »
SECRET GARDENS OF BAKEWELL from 2pm to 6pm on Sunday 24th August.
It is a chance to see parts of Bakewell not normally available, there are some lovely garden treasures tucked away, some are large & some small, with interesting plant collections and fabulous views – all are very access friendly. The gardens are situated around Bridge Street, Bath Street, Castle Street, Milford and Holme Lane, so it is a distinctly “watery” theme. Refreshments at the MEDWAY CENTRE, (near Lloyds Bank) with plant sales and Traidcraft. One charge of £4 at any garden entrance gives access to all gardens, maps also available from the Tourist Office. Visit gardens in any order. Free shuttlebus from Rutland Square, but the majority are only minutes from here. All proceeds will support the continuing work of OXFAM. Look out for green balloons on the day. All welcome! Contact: 01629 813392
For a large printable map click on the map.
Parwich Annual Flower & Vegetable Show
Posted in Events, Gardens, Societies on Sunday August 10, 2008| Leave a Comment »
This year’s Annual Flower & Vegetable Show is to take place on Sunday 7th September in the Memorial Hall. Classes are within the following categories:
Local
- Flowers
- Pot plants
- Floral Art
- Vegetables & Fruit
- Children’s
- Preserves & Cookery
Open
- Chrysanthemums
- Dahlias
- Other Flowers
- Floral Art
The Local Classes are open to anyone living within 4 miles of Parwich and the Open Class are open to all.
The 2008 Parwich Annual Flower & Vegetable Show Schedule is now available via the Sycamore Inn, the Shop and the Legion. Also click here to see the Schedule on-line. Do have a think about entering, and don’t forget about the auction of produce at the end of the Show. (There are some great bargains to be had, and much fun trying to stop your rivals buying the best Victoria Sponge or the largest marrow.)
For more details contact Mike H tel. 456 or Peter T tel. 287
One that got away
Posted in Gardens, Photography on Sunday August 10, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Thank you to our reader who sent in this photo of a hanging basket that was not entered in the competition. Hopefully they will enter next year.
Also although the baskets at the Sycamore Inn could not be included in the competition as they had been planted up by the judge, they are well worth seeing, so here is some photos of them as well:
Abel Shipley Memorial Trophy
Posted in 2008, Gardens, People, Posts of Note, Societies on Friday August 8, 2008| 2 Comments »
Thank you to Parwich & District Horticultural Society for the following:
This year we revived our Hanging Basket Competition, which fell into abeyance some years ago. This was prompted by the donation of a Trophy to the Society in memory of the late Abel Shipley. Abel was born in 1915 at Warslow, but his family moved to The Croft in Parwich when he was three months old. He lived in Parwich the rest of his life, and retained an impressive memory of village affairs right up to his death. Many will have very fond memories of Abel.
As a child Abel worked on the family allotment behind their house, now gone unfortunately, and “every fortnight my mother walked me, aged 5, over to Warslow to clean and wash for my grandfather and uncle and then walk back again. This took us through Alsop, Gypsy Bank and Beresford Dale. (more…)
Horticultural help required…?
Posted in Gardens on Friday August 1, 2008| 1 Comment »
Amanda B. (at Hallgates) writes:
Since moving to the village I have enjoyed all of the villagers’ lovely gardens, and whilst I love living in Parwich, have become homesick for my own cottage garden which I nurtured and left behind before I moved here.
We have a er, ‘nature reserve’ rather than a garden at Hallgates and whilst I can appreciate its charm from a distance, I am unable to get anywhere near it to sort it out at the moment.
Basically, what I’d like to do is clear the whole area of overgrown weeds (including huge nettles, cow parsley and trees left to go a bit mad) and establish a space for vegetables, fruit bushes and a bit of a lawn. The challenge is that the ground is sloping and very densly overgrown.
I have neither green fingers nor lots of money to spend, although I am prepared to put in the time and graft involved. Right now, its growth has slowed – so I feel that maybe I should be dealing with the weeds using a systemic weedkiller, so we can see what we need to chop come the autumn.
Do any gardeners have any ideas on the best way to clear what is, really, a bit of a jungle?
Any suggestions much appreciated!
– Amanda
Townhead & the Brownson family
Posted in Gardens, History, People, Photography on Tuesday July 29, 2008| 38 Comments »
Thank you Eileen Brownson for your request for a picture of Townhead. Here are some provided by Mike G, with kind permission from Rosemary and Stuart:
Tatton Park Show Trip
Posted in Gardens, Out & About, Societies on Monday July 28, 2008| Leave a Comment »
On Friday 17 of us set off to the RHS Tatton Park Show, it was a great day out, very warm and thankfully dry. There was loads to see, the most amazing displays in the marquees, including vegetables, plants & flower arranging. Outside there were the show gardens, back to back gardens & formal beds – some take a little while to get your head around. There is also all the paraphernalia that goes with gardens, we came away with a greenhouse!! Thanks to Dot for organising this trip for the Horticultural Society.
Winster Open Gardens – This weekend.
Posted in Events, Gardens on Friday July 18, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Saturday & Sunday
1.30-5.30pm
If you have never been to Winster’s Secret Open Gardens I can highly recommend it. The afternoon is not just about the Gardens but it is a whole occasion. With live jazz at one of the gardens, plenty of refreshments – cream teas in the Village Hall where you can also see the Winster Tapestry: whilst other gardens offer more refreshments from cream teas to home-made desserts with bucks fizz. Visitors follow a garden trail around the streets and alleys of the village, exploring a wide variety of gardens. There is a Gnome Hunt for children.
There is very limited parking in the village itself, but two free car parks: at the top of the village (on the B5056 above Miners Standard pub) and at the Wensley end of the village (on B5057, next to the school). A Park and Ride minibus service (with wheelchair lift) run from the Car Parks to Main Street and back. Tickets are available from both Car Parks and outside the Market House in Main Street. Tickets are £3.50 per person (children free, but must be accompanied) and the event is run in aid of the Burton Institute, Winster’s award-winning village hall, and other Winster organisations. There will be plants from Winster-based Peak Cottage Plants, and quality local crafts for sale.
Brassington Open Gardens – Sat & Sun
Posted in Gardens, Out & About on Friday July 4, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Open Gardens and Flower Festival
Sat 5th & Sun 6th July
11am – 5pm – entry £4
With more than 20 gardens to visit, a flower festival, an art exhibition and a bell ringing competition there is plenty to keep you occupied. Refreshments are available at the Legion Hall between 11am – 2pm.
Brassington is an attractive old village situated on a south facing hilltop and surrounded by spectacular countryside. The fine Norman church of St James overlooks the village where there are some lovely old houses and pretty cottages set amongst narrow streets. Once an important centre for lead mining, there are still many remnants of the old industry to be seen in the area.
Hanging Basket Judging postponed
Posted in Gardens, Societies on Wednesday July 2, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Click on poster to enlarge
Those who have already filled in a form do not need to enter again. However, if you have not done so and have a hanging basket please think about entering it. Please let Peter (tel 287) or Mike (tel. 456) know about your basket by Sunday 21st July.
The results will be announced in early August and the Trophy will be presented at our annual Flower & Vegetable Show.
Flower Festival in the Church
Posted in Church, Events, Gardens on Wednesday July 2, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Friday 4th July to Sunday 6th July
Flower Festival
St Peter’s Church, Parwich
Open Gardens Slide Show
Posted in Events, Gardens, Photography on Wednesday June 25, 2008| Leave a Comment »
You wait for ages, then three come along at once. Click here to link to our Slide Show Index, and on the photo below to see the silde show of the 2008 Open Gardens and Scarecrow Competition.
Children’s Show slide show
Posted in About this site, Events, Gardens, Photography, Young people on Tuesday June 24, 2008| 1 Comment »
We have a new slide show on-line with photographs of the 2008 Children’s Horticultural Show. A further show on Open Gardens will follow soon. Click here to go to our index of slide shows, or click on the photo link below to go straight to the Children’s Show photos:
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