Our Blog
Welcome to the blog of the Friends of Homeyards Botanical Gardens in Shaldon
The committee of the Friends hopes to use the Blog to communicate with members of the Friends and others interested in the Gardens or in Shaldon generally. The Blog will include information about Homeyards, our plans for development of the gardens, and the progress we...
Bands in the Botanicals
Saturday 2nd July 5pm-11pm Bands in the Botanical Gardens in aid of Homeyards and the DEC Ukraine appeal. Featuring Ollie Stephens, Borderline, Shoreside, Juice. Family ticket £25, adult £10, child £5 from Bradleys, Shaldon Post Office & lollie bean.
Plant Sale
Plant Sale in aid of Homeyards - Sunday 29th May 10-4 on Shaldon Green.
Devon Gardens Trust visit
Wednesday 18th May - Devon Gardens Trust visit the gardens A pleasant afternoon was spent when the Friends had a visit from members of the Devon Gardens Trust. An interesting talk and tour were given by Lisa assisted by Adrian. Tea and cake were served in Mrs...
Tile Painting Workshop
Tuesday April 12th 2022 The volunteers had a very enjoyable morning helping out the artists Michelle Greenwood Brown and Alison Miles with creating and painting some ceramic tiles for our...
Children’s Easter Event
Tuesday 19th April 2-4.30 pm Children’s Easter Event at the Castle lawns to include free entry and activities including Craft Making Tables, Scavenger Hunt and Small Animal Encounters. Cakes and refreshments. Bring your own picnic and enjoy exploring the gardens. We...
March Update
We are pleased to hear that the Council have planned to paint the interior of the Castle to freshen it up for use in the summer months . Dates for your diary - 19th April 2-4.30 pm : Children’s Easter Event at the Castle lawns to include free entry and activities...
Teignmouth and Shaldon Volunteering 2022
Details of the various volunteering opportunities in the Teignmouth and Shaldon area can be found at the link below (PDF, 5.3 MB). Teignmouth and Shaldon Volunteering 2022
February Update
Adapted from the article in Shaldon Parish News March 2022 : It’s been a generally mild start to the winter (as we write!) and the gardening volunteers have been numerous and busy, dividing and planting,...
End of year update
The leaves have fallen and the trees are yielding up the estuary and sea views from the gardens in the low sun. We held a well attended Autumn event for children in the gardens based around the castle at the end of October. James and Jess Hedge ran a very popular...