Daily Archives: 24 Jun 11

The Garden Club organised a coach trip on June 21 to Kew Gardens in London.  We had a rain free day to wander around the gardens and green houses though the huge scale of Kew meant that we did not see everything.  It was interesting to see one of the original plants from the Cyclades species which was planted when the development of Kew began around the 17th century!   The Xstrata Tree Top Walkway was a new addition from our last visit – it was high and only for the brave and fit as the lift was out of order!  We had good journeys both ways and arrived home at 6.30 completely walked out! but we all had a very enjoyable day.

WI BBQ held on 18 June

A WI BBQ was held at Kings Ripton village hall on 18 June attended by about 35 , Tony and Alan braved the elements protected by a huge umbrella in order to cook the BBQ.  The WI ladies provided a selection of salads and delicious puddings.   Rev Brenda entertained with some excellent fiddle music and was accompanied by 2 sea cadets, Rebecca and Ciara for a sailors hornpipe dance.  A raffle with a very nice selection of prizes supplemented the evening and the WI team lead by Valerie can be pleased with a superb evening.