The October Garden 2023 – ‘Creating Structure in the Garden’
As we move into October and the heart of autumn this year’s growing season is clearly coming to a close but there is still much to appreciate and, of course, to do in the garden.
Autumn Dog Grooming - Keeping Your Pup Fresh and Cosy
As the leaves change colour and temperatures drop, it's time to think about your furry friend's grooming routine. Autumn brings unique challenges and opportunities for dog grooming that will help keep your pup comfortable and healthy during the season.
The September Garden
My RHS book on ‘Gardening through the Year’ tells me that September is a wonderful month and I whole-heartedly agree. True the shortening of the days are a sign that the year is moving on but there is so much to admire and enjoy in the first month of the autumn.
10+ Club Celebration
This week we celebrated the long service of team members with an evening at Llangoed Hall. Over 20% of the team have been with us for over 10 years, forming the dedicated ‘10+ Club’.
Top 5 Plants For Autumn Colour
As the days start to draw in and the leaves on the trees are beginning to change, our gardens may also look like they need sprucing up and refilling with new pops of vibrant colour!
Over £1000 Raised for Wales Air Ambulance
On Friday 18th August we hosted a Bingo Night in aid of Wales Air Ambulance, raising an amazing £1,007.70. This money was raised through the ticket cost, raffle tickets and other generous donations from attendees on the night.
The August Garden 2023
Well after an unusually wet and cool July following last July’s hot and dry weather I wonder what August has in store for us? In some ways the unpredictability of our wonderful British weather makes gardening even more interesting, some would say challenging, and keeps gardeners on their toes at all times!
Saving The Planet, One Compost Bag At A Time
We are thrilled to be taking another significant step towards environmental responsibility with the installation of a new recycling bin for compost bags! The bags get recycled into pellets and the pellets are used for garden furniture or ultimately another compost bag.
We’ve been awarded ‘Best Destination Garden Centre’ for another year!
We are delighted to have been awarded ‘Best Destination Garden Centre in Wales and West’ at the annual Wales & West Area Garden Centre Association (GCA) Awards for the 2nd consecutive year.
Simple Steps to Train Recall for Your Dog
Training recall, also known as teaching your dog to come when called, is an essential skill that every dog should learn. It ensures their safety and allows you to have better control over their behaviour. This is especially important when spending time with your furry friend outside.
The July Garden 2023
Here we are into July already and the second half of the year which means mid-summer and all the colours and scents which our summer flowers bring, especially the wonderful roses and sweet peas. Your gardens are probably at or near their best at this time of year and all your hard work has paid off.
World Famous Distillery To Visit
On Friday 14th July, Penderyn Distillery will be hosting an evening delving into the history of Penderyn and samples of several popular spirits in our Railway Restaurant.