Kelways Plants, one of the oldest nurseries in the UK who have been exhibiting at RHS shows since 1880 are preparing for their greatest duo of exhibits at the Chelsea Flower Show ever. They will cover over 60m2 of that hallowed turf in the Grand Pavilion. Best known for their peonies, Kelways 2015 exhibit will showcase some of the more recent hybrids of the Intersectional Group. These wonderful plants, crosses between tree peonies and herbaceous peonies, have lustrous green foliage, a neat bushy habit and large blooms in an extraordinary range of colours. Full story: Read more
Showtime – Live variety performances in aid of The Children’s Hospital Charity, Wincanton Memorial Hall, Satruday 28th March
The event has a variety performance theme with a number of different acts performing live. Tickets: £25 includes a Hog Roast. Bar is available at the Memorial Hall. Money raised will be paid directly to The Children’s Hospital Charity (TCHC). TCHC raises vital funds for one of only four stand alone children’s hospitals in the UK – the Sheffield Children’s Hospital and is not as recognised as the others – Great Ormond Street, Alder Hey and Birmingham Children’s Hospital. The charity is busy adding specialist equipment, funding vital research (otherwise unavailable to the NHS), creating single occupancy units for a better experience for patience and family members and making a difference to thousands of lives across the UK.. Doors open From 7pm. To donate please visit: www.justgiving.com/TCHCCollectionFund
2015 Yeovil Aquathlon event at Goldenstones Leisure Centre, Sunday 1st March 2015
Following on from the successful 2013 and 2014 events, Wessex Wizards Triathlon Club will be hosting the 2015 Yeovil Aquathlon event at Goldenstones Leisure Centre on Sunday 1st March. This year the event will see the introduction of a new childrens race alongside the existing adults race, providing a great event opportunity for the whole family. Located in the beautiful grounds of the 127 acre Yeovil Country Park on the southern edge of Yeovil, the race begins with the swim at Goldenstones Leisure Centre followed by a multi-terrain run around the park. Full story: Read more