Time for trees
Tree Dressing Day:A tree is not just for Christmas, but for … We have over 130 mature trees in the Gardens. Most of which are important enough to have Tree…
Flowers from the past
1760 was a long time ago, especially in flower terms. Plant and garden enthusiasts develop hundreds, if not thousands, of new plant varieties every year. Here at Castle Bromwich Hall…
2000 bulbs to plant….
It’s that time of year again. Can you help us out? Tulips were a ‘really big thing’ for our Gardens’ founders. In the 17th century there was even ‘tulipmania’; massive fortunes…
Pumpkin cook-up
It’s been an exceptionally good year for our pumpkin and squash crop. Some went to enliven Halloween, some have been sold to our visitors. Traditionally – with the help of…
5 Things to Do With a Pumpkin and 1 Thing Not to Do, Ever.
shared post …. Inspired? We still have pumpkins for sale on site. Why not make your own pie/soup/roasted seeds http://greensideup.ie/five-things-to-do-with-a-pumpkin-including-soup-pie-roasted-seed-recipes/
Growing the conversation
Social Media Surgeries: As part of our Heritage Lottery Funded programme to become a more self sustaining charity, we are getting to know our neighbours a bit better. The Gardens are,…
Digital Volunteers wanted at Castle Bromwich Hall Gardens
We are looking for volunteers who can help us with the digital side of the gardens – helping us promote our regular programme of activities as well as our special events…
Social Media Surgery at Castle Bromwich Hall Gardens
Here at Castle Bromwich Hall Gardens we like sharing what we’re up to on our website, facebook page and other social media. We think it’s a great way to connect with…
It’s a Big Draw day…
Drawing for everyone with Birmingham Society of Botanical Artists It’s Big Draw month – time for everyone to find their inner artist. The Campaign for Drawing wants everyone to feel…
Living Poetry
Well it’s National Poetry day… There really is no other choice for a poem in the Gardens today. Keats definitely had it right autumn is ‘conspiring…. to bend with apples…