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1935 photo
A remarkable photo which we've dated to 1935 has come to light, it shows the progress of Homeyards developments. The 8 Hamiltons houses are in place, there's clearly building work on the terraced row of Homeyards cottages and Broadlands has yet to be created. In the...
Castle Re-Opening Ceremony
Friday 15th September - heavy overnight rain and a doubtful forecast very nearly caused the ceremonial opening of the restored castle to take place not in the gardens at all but in church. But, we held our nerve, stuck to plan and didn't get (very) wet. Inside the...
Italian Garden Workshop
On Wednesday September 6th we held a workshop to study the Italianate style of gardens in England. A group of Friends, volunteers and professional gardeners indulged in a day of plant talking, planning and delicious cake. Skilfully led by Simon Bonvoisin and Barbara...
Quiz Answers
To see the answers to our quiz click on the small picture below :-
Castle Re-opening Ceremony
Everyone is welcome at the Castle Re-opening Ceremony on Friday 15th September at 2 pm. There will be a drama re-enactment by Shaldon School followed by a cream tea. Dress with a nod to the 1920s.
Clearing the Pond Path
A few pictures of the Tuesday morning volunteers clearing the Pond Path - the continuation of the rhododendron bed running from the pond up towards new car park.
Photography Workshop on Friday 30th June
Clearing the Rope Walk Steps
Our gardener and his young assistant are taking in hand the Rope Walk, the pathway that rises from Broadlands up besides the allotments to the gardens. Gary and Charlie would be most grateful for donations of shrubs and plants for this area. We are assured that...
Grand Opening Ceremony update
In compliance with the rules associated with our Heritage Lottery Grant a fixed sum of money has been set aside to provide a substantial public event to mark the completion of work on the Castle - a grand opening ceremony. Planned for June 30th 2017 the event was to...