Whissonsett & District
Horticultural Society & Gardening Club
Next Event - Cancelled
Dear friends
Whissonsett Horticultural Society and Garden Club:
Meeting Thursday 20th November
We are really sorry to let you know that we are having to cancel this meeting. Unfortunately with only two of the committee able to attend, and the likelihood of low numbers at this time of year, we concluded it would not be viable. We have asked Chris if he might be able to come to speak at our April AGM next year instead, but at the moment this hasn't been confirmed.
We are unable to change the information on the website as Kevin is halfway across the world and does not have the necessary information with him to do so. This e-mail is going to all our members, and will also be on the village facebook site, but if you are aware of anyone you think might be planning on coming who isn't a member, please do let them know.
It is a shame, but is also a reflection of the difficulties we are facing and the reality that without a larger committee and membership, we are going to have to reduce what we put on. But we haven't given up! We do have ideas for a way forward without closing down the society and will provide more information before the AGM.
Sian
Plant propagation to keep your borders full - Chris Davy
Thursday 20th November 2025
Open to Members and Non Members
Chris Davy entertained us last year with his talk on irises (and more) and we welcome him back to speak about plant propagation to keep your borders full without buying plants.
Welcome
We are a small but friendly and thriving group of amateur gardeners. Throughout the year we have talks on various garden related topics delivered by a range of speakers.
There are summer and autumn shows, where the competition is lively and friendly, alongside visits to gardens and other occasional events.
Sian Griffiths, Chair
Meetings
We normally meet on the third Thursday of the month at;
Whissonsett Village Hall, London Street, Whissonsett, NR20 5ST.
W3W: elevated.education.struggle
Meetings begin at 7:30pm unless stated otherwise on the programme of events.
Membership
We welcome new members whatever your level of gardening experience - expert or total beginner! Membership fee is £10 per year, due in April. Just come along and join at any of our meetings or contact the secretary - see Contacts.
Visitors are always most welcome at our meetings (£2.00 per person).
Jill Jarman
It is with great sadness that I have to report the death of Jill Jarman, one of our longest standing members. Jill died suddenly on Saturday 22nd March 2025 at home. Jill played a huge part in the society’s life and in due course we will put together a fuller tribute to her on this page. Jill was a force of nature and will be missed enormously not just for her role in the society, but as a friend.
We will provide further information about funeral arrangements and any of her family’s wishes when we have them.
Sian Griffiths
Chair
Autumn Show
Thank you to everyone who entered the Show on 6 September and to everyone who came to see the exhibits and enjoy tea and cake in the afternoon. It was a lovely day and everyone seemed to enjoy it. Well done to all who took part, and particularly to the prize winners. Maybe you will be inspired for next year?
Flower of the Month
Members - please bring along a flower for our little ‘Flower of the Month’ competition to our evening meetings!
Local Garden News
Norfolk & Norwich HS have arranged a private visit to Redisham Hall Gardens & Nursery at Redisham near Beccles on Saturday 6 July. They are offering places to members of other clubs. Full details on their website
Meetings/Events/News
Sandringham Show report
Adapting your garden to a changing climate
You might find this information on Kew's Grow Wild website interesting:
We also have a club talk next March on Climate Change and the Garden by Jim Paine.
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