Hellesdon Horticultural Association
Programme for 2009
Our programme of events include Talks, Horticultural Shows and a range of Gardening and Social Events throughout the year.
Shows
Dates for our 2009 Horticultural Shows are
- Spring Show - 6th April
- Summer Show - 4th July
- Autumn Show - 5th September
Further details are available by following the links.
Meetings
We have a range of garden and gardening related talks with free entrance for members and guest speakers. Meetings are held at Hellesdon Community Centre on the 3rd monday of each month and commence at 7.30pm. Light refreshments are provided and there is usually a raffle.
| Date | Subject | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 19th January | Plants for Free | Richard Hobbs |
| 16th February | A Year in the Garden | June Baker |
| 16th March | Wheatfen | David Nobbs |
| 6th April | How to Get the Best from your Seeds and Plants | Jim Wilson |
| 18th May | Fuchsias and Pelargoniums | Peter Shearwood |
| 15th June | Gardens Great and Small | David Boulton (Photographer) |
| 20th July | Acer Palmatum Cultivars | Len Speller |
| 17th August | Plants and Ruins in Southern France | Rosemary Ward |
| 21st September | Plants for Late Summer Colour | Guy Barker |
| 19th October | Our Little Lodgers | Robert Maidstone |
| 16th November | Annual General Meeting, Presentation of Trophies and Photographic Competition |
Details of Past Horticultural Talks organised by by Hellesdon Horticultural Association can be viewed by following the link.
Events and Social
The Society holds Quiz Nights and a Photographic Competition as well as participating in local events with table shows, trade stalls and plant sales. Further details can be obtained from the Social Secretary.
Hellesdon Horticultural Association Christmas Social
The Christmas Social will be held on 7th December 2009 with entertainment, dancing and buffet - details to be announced later in the year.