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Gardening Session Dates 2026

 

This year, the Gardening Group will meet as before on alternating Saturdays (1st, 3rd and 5th weekends) and Sundays (2nd & 4th weekends) - a format that's proved popular with members. Our sessions run roughly between 10.30-12.30 with a break midway, and weather permitting. Through the year, we'll be looking at a mix of planting, pruning, weeding, watering, composting and more besides. 

 

Dates for the year

 

Here's the current schedule for July 2026 onwards, with designated named leaders up to the end of September. Please note that these may change.

 

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