On Friday 16 October 11 of us went to see the beautiful autumn colours at Sheffield Park. We were not disappointed. The weather was good although a bit more blue sky would have been welcome.
This park is also well worth visiting earlier in the year for the rhododendrons with their beautiful spring colours.
Some of the autumnal photos we took can be seen here
Eight members met for coffee at Winkworth Arboretum’s tiny cafe on Wednesday 30 October 2019. It was half term (sorry guys, I miscalculated!) and very busy, but the weather was gorgeous and the colours were good, with some flaming maples. I think the colour will still be good for a couple of weeks if we don’t have a gale and lose all the leaves. So if you are thinking of going next week should be good (not half term!)
It was an enjoyable day. Kathleen
Thirteen members travelled to Southall in a mini bus on 28 August 2019 to do some street photography.
The market was open, but they did not welcome photographers so we made the most of other areas. Some went to the mosque, and others walked along the streets in the shopping areas.
Thanks for organising it Yvonne.
Here are some of the photographs that were taken.
10 members went to Oaken Wood near Chiddingfold on a guided butterfly walk. Our knowledgeable guide Phil Darley told us what butterflies we could expect to see, and also warned us to be vigilant about ticks which are known to carry Limes Disease in the area.
As is was warm and sunny the butterflies were very skittish, so photographing them was a real challenge.
Here are some of our efforts.
Headley Venture Group arranged a trip to Borough Market in London on 10 August 2018. Transport was provided by Candy tours in the form of a mini-bus, and 10 members and a friend came along. It is a bustling part of London, and the quiet atmosphere of Southwark Cathedral next door made a calming contrast.
We were invited to visit Jack’s garden again on a beautiful summer’s day. The garden always impresses, and Jack is so welcoming. Thanks again for allowing us to explore your garden with our cameras.
Seven members went to Noar Hill on a cool overcast morning. Insects were scarce, flowers were abundant but difficult to photograph in the wind. We had a most enjoyable morning, learnt a few things and had lunch at the Selbourne Arms.
On 15th August 2017 Jack invited us to photograph his tropical garden hidden in a Surrey valley. He has kindly invited us for a return visit on 29 June 2018, and if you would like to go along please speak to Yvonne Lindup (see Social Calendar page).
There are videos and information from last year here.
The club visit to this tropical garden was well attended. Jack was most welcoming, allowing us to use his “shed” to make tea and coffee, and to roam around his garden all day. So many of the plants are exotic, growing to a good height in many cases, which gave the garden the feel of a jungle, especially as it was a hot day. Look at the photos taken by some of the members who visited to get an idea of this unusual place.
BBC Gardeners World video of the garden 3:17 mins
Jack’s welcome to us below
Lunch break at Jack’s garden 2017 