260 May 2016 - Gryffe Advertizer

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Welcome to Finlaystone Country Estate May newsletter. We have had a
fantastic April with record numbers visiting the estate and participating in
our events.
Our Pirate day was a huge success as was Easter Sunday. As we look
forward into the summer we will be hosting many events through May and
June so keep an eye on the web site www.finlaystone.co.uk for further
updates.
Gardening Report
As the weather continues to improve we should see the beautiful azaleas
burst into bloom towards the end of the month. In the winter border many of
the shrubs and sub-shrubs should still be providing a colourful display.
In the kitchen garden, all the potatoes have now been planted, broad
beans are in, peas have been sown (hopefully the Rabbits will not have too
Tip of the month
Do not plant your annual
bedding plants before the
end of May, even though
it may be sunny, as late
frosts can easily kill them.
Happy gardening.
many), and our onion sets have been planted.
If you have some spare time and would like to
become a volunteer, please approach David
in the garden or contact reception, this can be
on a regular or a casual basis. Volunteering
keeps you fit, and adds to your skills list, in
the pleasant surroundings of our mature
gardens.
Ranger News
Our Rangers are looking forward to our school visits in May and June,
They are eagerly awaiting the chance to show off their skills and impart
their knowledge to young eager minds, and also deliver out expanded list
of events throughout the year. Check out www.finlaystone.co.uk and the
events list for further details.
If you are looking for that getaway in wonderful surroundings or have
visitors coming, why not try renting one of our Holiday Barns check out
www.finlaystonecottages.co.uk for more details.
Thank you to all our members and visitors on behalf of Finlaystone Ranger
Service
Fraser Lang Head Ranger