Welcome to the Burbage Gardening Club website
Situated in the Midlands, we offer gardening enthusiasts from all backgrounds the chance to meet up, socialise and share their horticultural wisdom and experiences. From coach trips and events, to trading and days out; there is something for everyone to enjoy.
The club meets on the 1st Tuesday of the month at the Burbage Constitutional Club, Church Street, Burbage. Commencing at 7.45pm the meetings consist of Eight speakers, two social evenings an A G M and a Plant Auction held in aid of a local charity.
If you have any questions or would like to know more, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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Events
Summer Outing to RHS Wisley
On Saturday July 8th we had our annual Garden Club outing to RHS Wisley and what a super day it was. A glorious Summer day just right for a relaxed stroll round the grounds. There was so much to see and due to Wimbledon and...
Newsletter Articles
Happy new Year
Hello everyone, Firstly may I wish everyone a happy and healthy 2016 and I trust you all had a good Christmas. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the distributors for giving their time to deliver the club’s...
History
Bill Greenway Remembered by Derek Wheeler
Bill died aged 81 on 13th December 2003. In his last year following his operation and subsequent infection he was in poor health. He came to Hinckley in 1964 with wife Gwen, children Helen and Neil. When Gloster Aircraft was...
Annual Skittles and Buffet Supper
On 4th January we welcomed in 2019 with our annual skittles match. It was a super evening with members all having 4 rounds, and a good supper at the midway point. A fun evening was had by all. Congratulations to Bob Gwynn who...
Annual Skittles and Buffet Supper
On 4th January we welcomed in 2019 with our annual skittles match. It was a super evening with members all having 4 rounds, and a good supper at the midway point. A fun evening was had by all. Congratulations to Bob Gwynn who...
December Social Evening
On December 4th we held a festive social evening where members enjoyed some competitive domino games and a few mince pies, not to mention the odd glass. A fun time was had by all, and thanks to Harry who presided over the event....
Clematis and Other Climbers by Jeff Bates
For our November meeting we welcomed Jeff Bates who gave a very interesting presentation. Jeff talked about the various types of Clematis and other climbing plants. Jeff has been a full time horticultural lecturer for over 20...
Filling of village hanging baskets for Winter 2018
The workers were out in force again earlier this week to fill the village hanging baskets for the Winter selection. Well done to everyone and a special thanks to Linda Barratt for organising and ensuring everything ran as...
Monthly Meeting October 2nd 2018
Our meeting began with a presentation to The Silver Line charity for funds raised this year. We managed to raise £550.00 and Bob Gwynn (left) presented the cheque to Derrick Swallow (Right) who is a Community Engagement...
