Meetings
From September to May the Society meets, usually on the fourth Wednesday of the month, in the Talberd Room at Foakes Hall. There is usually a a speaker or demonstration with topics covering a wide range of subjects on gardening, horticulture,
nature, wildlife or local natural history. After the speaker there is an opportunity to socialise with refreshments, a raffle and regular members plant and produce sales.
Meetings start at 7:30pm and are open to both members and non-members. No booking is required; simply turn up and see what it’s all about.
Entry is £2 for members and £4 for guests.
In addition to the monthly meetings the society also organises outings during the summer. Click the button below for more information.
Meeting Programme 2023
22nd February 2023: Asian woodland Plants – Helen Chen, Plants will be available to purchase after the talk.
18th March 2023: Spring Show
22nd March 2023: Hensted Exotic Gardens – Andrew Hensted, plants will be available to purchase after the talk.
26th April 2023: TBC
24th May 2023: Gardening the World & Commonwealth War Graves– Paul White + member plant sale
27th September 2023: Bugs on the Move – Dr Ian Bedford
30th September 2023: Autumn Show
1st November 2023: The What, Where & Why of Essex Wild flowers – Dr Chris Gibson
22nd November 2023: The National Garden Scheme – Ed Fairey
8th December 2023: Our annual Christmas Party and quiz
24th January 2024: AGM 2024
Remember, everyone is welcome. You do not have to be a member of the society. Just come along and say hello.