Blogs

The Lisa Cox Blog - A garden designer's journal

Last updated 16th May 2012 - 15:55

A journal of my life as a Leatherhead-based garden designer and the things that inspire me, which I hope will give you a few tips and techniques along the way! Please do let me know what you think and I would of course be delighted to hear from you if you would like to discuss a specific project.

Behind the scenes at RHS Garden Wisley

Last updated 11th April 2012 - 11:32

Recent winner of the large visitor attraction of the year, at the 2010 Enjoy England Awards for Excellence, RHS Garden Wisley near Woking has long been the jewel in Surrey's crown. Here, those in the know reveal what's going on behind the scenes at the flagship garden

Life at Manor Farm – Paula Matthews' Surrey farming diary

Last updated 29th July 2011 - 17:00

With a background in conservation and countryside access, Paula Matthews married into farming life, has the joy of raising three sons, runs a Belted Galloway suckler herd and hosts educational schools visits to Manor Farm - a mixed farm of arable and beef on 3,000 acres between Dorking, Normandy and Dunsfold.

Wildlife Aid with Simon Cowell

Last updated 4th June 2011 - 13:12

Not to be confused with the X Factor supremo, SIMON COWELL is the co-founder of Leatherhead-based animal charity Wildlife Aid. Read about his latest dramatic rescues and all the latest news from the charity, here

The musings of a Surrey beekeeper

Last updated 21st September 2010 - 21:56

Follow the progress of Surrey resident, JAMES DEARSLEY as he embarks on a new found passion for beekeeping. Along with highlighting the plight of the humble honey bee, James will also be giving detailed accounts of his first year of learning the art, with the ultimate aim of producing one, hopefully one, pot of golden honey at the end of the year!