Kate’s tulips for Sian
Yesterday it was raining. Something as natural as rain cannot STOP the team of volunteer gardeners at Bannockburn House! The walled garden, after a century of neglect, is once again … Continue reading Kate’s tulips for Sian
Tag: Bannockburn House Trust
Bannockburn House: Aisle do
I am fortunate to be a volunteer gardener for Bannockburn House. Last week we were preparing for this wedding, the first to be held at the house in 80 years! … Continue reading Bannockburn House: Aisle do
Alexander Marr
Alexander Marr (1833-1916) was a Head Gardener for Bannockburn House. In 1867, his wife Margaret gave birth to their first child: Peter Alexander Marr was born in Ashmillburn Cottage, a … Continue reading Alexander Marr
A newly planted orchard
Yesterday, with several other volunteers, I was back helping Kate, the Head Gardener for Bannockburn House Trust. I feel fortunate to be a wee part of this wonderful community endeavour … Continue reading A newly planted orchard
Volunteer
I feel fortunate to be a volunteer gardener for Bannockburn House:
Volunteer gardener
I feel most fortunate to be a volunteer gardener for Bannockburn House Trust. The purchase of Bannockburn House was the biggest community buy out of its kind in the UK … Continue reading Volunteer gardener
“A fantastic space for the community and visitors”
I was delighted to read of this appointment. I would like to wish Kate White all the very best in her new role. I am particularly passionate about community gardens … Continue reading “A fantastic space for the community and visitors”
A step closer
It is encouraging to read in today’s newspapers that Bannockburn House is “a step closer to community ownership”: Next weekend, 30th September and 1st October, there is an extremely rare opportunity to … Continue reading A step closer