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We have lots of lovely ideas for activities with children over the holiday season from little growing projects to finding wild food there is something for all age groups. Take a look here for all the details.
We are enjoying a season of plenty on our allotment at the moment and do hope you are devouring the fruits of your own labours too this month.
We have lots of lovely ideas for activities with children over the holiday season from little growing projects to finding wild food there is something for all age groups. Take a look here for all the details.
We are enjoying a season of plenty on our allotment at the moment and do hope you are devouring the fruits of your own labours too this month.
We have lots of lovely ideas for activities with children over the holiday season from little growing projects to finding wild food there is something for all age groups. Take a look here for all the details.
Raspberries are ready to harvest, we have the best crop of salads we have had in years and the new potatoes are delicious as always. The tomatoes are starting to swell in size but are still green here in Lancashire...but hopefully not for too much longer.
The broad beans have been a bit thin on the ground this year despite having such healthy plants... but every season has its winners and losers.
We have some delicious seasonal recipes at the moment.
Our Beautifully Indulgent Gooseberry Fool is popular at this time of year and why not have a go at our delicious Raspberry Cordial. As the courgette harvest starts to run away this yummy Courgette Cake offers something a little different.
...And for lots more seasonal recipes do keep checking our blog.
Don't forget our monthly competitions, there are some great prizes to be won. For all the details click here for schools and here for families.
And don't forget you can always get in touch with charlotte@gardeningwithchildren.co.uk, or Ask the Expert for handy gardening tips and advice.
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Things to do in the Summer Holidays - Our Activity Ideas
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A Simple Guide to Pressing Flowers & Leaves
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Gardening Jobs for June
May 19, 2010
Things in the family garden could not be busier. Here are some suggested jobs for June...
Great Ideas for Rainy Days!
Apr 1, 2010
A wet day doesn’t mean that all thoughts of gardening have to stop! Take a look at our indoor activity ideas, play some of our environmental games or have a go at our latest competition ...
Preparing your garden for spring planting
Apr 1, 2010
Prepare your garden for growing seeds, ready for the growing season
Create Your Own Sensory Garden
Mar 12, 2010
Following an enquiry from a day nursery in Weymouth, we have but together some advice for setting up a sensory garden.
Gardening Jobs For March
Mar 5, 2010
As the garden takes on the look of Spring find a little inspiration here before you get started with your Spring gardening projects...
Gardening Jobs for January & February
Jan 17, 2010
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Making Delicious Bread With Children
Dec 9, 2009
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Acitivity Ideas for Brownies
Nov 4, 2009
We have a number of Brownie Groups regularly visiting Gardening With Children and one recently contacted us for information. So over the next few weeks we will be giving lots of great ideas for ways to help the environment and you might be able to win...
Bonfire Night Celebrations - Our Favourite Ideas
Nov 4, 2009
Craft activites, recipes and traditional celebration ideas for Bonfire Night.....
Gardening Jobs For Autumn
Sep 16, 2009
The best of the Summer sunshine may have gone but autumn in the garden is a busy time. Here are some ideas for things to be getting on with now....
Consider growing your own vegetables
Jan 22, 2009
If you've never grown your own vegtables before or have limited space in your garden, why not consider using a raised bed?