As Winnie the Pooh famously said: “The only reason for being a bee is to make honey. And the only reason for making honey is so I can eat it.” Take a visit to the Food Hall to discover something sweet. Honey, naturally made by bees, is thought to have a multitude of…
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22nd July 2024 Gordale Garden Centre, an award-winning destination for local families, and garden and home enthusiasts, held an unforgettable celebratory dinner at the picturesque Thornton Manor Country Estate, Wirral. The event marked momentous occasion for both Gordale, and Thornton Manor. Ceri Stone, Head of Events & Business Development at Thornton Manor, together with Stephen…
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As the school year draws to a close, many parents and students look for thoughtful ways to express their gratitude to the hardworking teachers who have dedicated their time and energy to education. Choosing the perfect gift can sometimes be challenging, but it’s a wonderful opportunity to show appreciation. Here are some gift ideas that…
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Karen, our horticulturalist, is a familiar face at Gordale! As well as delivering the plant ‘know-how’ talks in-store, throughout August, she also runs the creative workshops during the programme of Children’s Summer Activities. These sessions are ideal for younger guests that enjoy making things, so why not join us this summer for crafts with Karen?…
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Set for Wirral stop on awareness-raising tour 17 June 2024 A simulated dementia experience, helping people to understand what it is like to have the condition, is coming to Wirral. Members of the public are invited to board a ‘dementia bus’ at Gordale Garden Centre on Saturday, 22 June. Apollo Care, a local home…
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What Is World Bee Day? In December, 2017, the United Nations General Assembly adopted by consensus a resolution declaring 20 May as World Bee Day with the aim to raise public awareness and attention to the importance of protecting and preserving bees and other pollinators. Why Are Bees Important? Honey bees are a primary pollinator…
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What is Hedgehog Awareness Week? Hedgehog Awareness Week is an annual event held in May, specifically from 5th to 11th May this year. Organised by the British Hedgehog Preservation Society (BHPS), it aims to raise awareness about the challenges faced by our spiky garden visitors and how we can all contribute to their well-being. Why Are…
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🌸 Let’s Get Planting 🌸 Bedding plants offer an excellent solution for adding colour and impact to flower beds and borders. Though many lend themselves to creating impressive containers and hanging baskets too! Plant summer bedding between May and June after the threat of frost has passed. To prolong blooming, ensure the plants receive adequate water, nutrients,…
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Some of you eagle-eyed fans might have spotted us on BBC Breakfast on April 12th. If you blinked and missed it, fear not – we’ve got it all saved just for you!
🌱 Let’s Get Growing 🌱 As the warm sun of spring inspires us, we are all eager to start planting. Why not kick off your gardening journey by selecting from our amazing selection of tomato plants and vegetable strips? With more than 30 types of tomato plants to choose from, you’ll have a variety to pick…
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