Category: Out Of Doors

March in the garden

With longer days on the horizon, it’s time to sow, plant, prune, and mulch – but Pete Harcom says don’t be fooled, frosty nights...

January diary | The Voice of the Allotment

What happened on Barry Cuff’s Sturminster Newton plot in January We’ve spent far less time than usual on the plot this month, due to the...

Bees to borders – February’s jobs

February’s the last month to really prep the winter garden for spring, says Pete Harcom, and it’s time for some tidying up and getting...

Gardening in the Blackmore Vale: Tips for Growing Local Flower Varieties

The Blackmore Vale, nestled in the heart of Dorset, is a region known for its rolling green landscapes, charming villages, and a deep connection...

December diary | The Voice of the Allotment

At the end of December, Val and I had had our allotment for 36 years. We originally took on 90 square meters back in...

Plan, prune, plant… there’s sow much to do this January

January’s where it all starts again in the garden, says Pete Harcom, and it’s a perfect time for some plotting and planning, as well...

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Winter is downtime for the eventing yard

This month, Toots Bartlett's head groom Eve reflects on joining an eventing team and has been enjoying the quiet season to get ahead on...

From the first homebred winner to the yard’s Cheltenham contenders

Youth and experience both won this week, sharpening expectations ahead of a Festival packed with opportunity, says Chris Wald It was a week of extremes...