Weardale Flower and Garden Club

Welcome

Welcome to the website of Weardale Flower and Garden Club. Our group comprises like minded gardeners, flower growers and flower arrangers. This group, formed in 1978 is part of the Northumberland and Durham Area NAFAS, National Association of Flower Arrangement Societies, a registered charity with over 55,000 members nationally. Being a part of NAFAS gives us access to regional and national shows, a magazine, educational courses, competitions, and social events, as well as discounts at some suppliers. We welcome all to our meetings and outings. Visitors are welcome to attend up to 2 meetings before joining us.

About Us

We meet on the third Tuesday of the month at 7pm in Wolsingham Town Hall. Members and non-members are all welcome to attend. Throughout the year we enjoy garden visits, welcome demonstrators and gardening talks, workshops and social events. We're also delighted to help and support local events and festivals, eg agricultural shows, fund raising events, flower festivals. On a monthly basis we provide an arrangement of flowers for Weardale Community Hospital.

Bulb Planting

Very many thanks to members who have helped so far. We have two more members sessions – 18th October 5pm till dark, and 19th October 10-12. Please meet at the rear of the Parish Church.

October meeting – Autumn Produce

Jo Anne Bolton’s willow weaving is brilliant to see. She will show us basic techniques, and bring along examples of her work, including plant supports and items suitable for the garden. If sufficient people are interested, we will arrange a follow up workshop in 2019. Please dont forget our Autumn…

December meeting – Christmas meal

This year, instead of booking a traditional Christmas meal, we are going to the Italian restaurant in Wolsingham, on 18th December at 7 pm. If you have not already booked your place, and would like to be there, please ring Barbara on 01388 528071. Further details at the October meeting.

Christmas Open Night

Tickets are now on sale for our Christmas Open Night on Tuesday 20th November, at 7 pm, at Wolsingham School (bottom site). Jonathan Moseley, is an international floral designer, UK Ambassador for British Flowers, and TV personality. His demonstration is entitled ‘Forty Years of Berries, Blooms and Baubles’, and £500…

Show Lunch, Friday 31 August

Please meet in the catering marquee at 12.30, for 1 pm lunch. We have two tables.

Chairman’s Night, Tuesday 21st August

Please remember that our August meeting is in St Annes Centre, Recreation Ground, West End, Wolsingham, at 7pm. There is parking at the centre. Chairman’s Night is when we do something completely different to our usual flower/gardening events. This year it is a Fashion and Puddings night – welcome drink,…

Garden Visit 17th July

Please note we have had to alter the venue for our garden visit on the 17th July. Mrs Scott Harden is now unable to accommodate us, and Barbara has arranged for us to visit LAMBSHIELD, Hexham. The postcode is NE46 1SF. The garden is 2m S of Hexham. Take the…

We’re enhancing our environment!

We’re planning on planting nearly £500 worth of daffodil bulbs in the Autumn to mark our Club’s ruby anniversary. Immense thanks to both Weardale AAP and County Councillor Anita Savoury for supporting us in this venture. Further details to follow.

Ladies Show Charity Lunch

This year’s event is on Friday 31st August, 12.30 for 1 pm, at the showfield. Three course lunch, sales, bar and entertainment. Tickets £21. We have reserved two tables and already have 23 members attending. Let Susan know (07814 498281) if you want to book a place asap, so we…

June/July meetings

If you wish to join in our June and/or July outings, please let Barbara know asap so she can organise our bookings and transport. She will need to know if you want a seat on the coach, for which there will be a charge of £5. Barbara’s tel is 01388…

Join Us

Please contact us for any further details or pop along to one of our meetings. Our secretary can be contacted on 01388 528071.