Agenda for 16th February 2026 AGM
The 33rd Annual General Meeting of Fagus will be held at 8pm on Monday 16th February 2026 at the Methodist Hall, Silver Street, Nailsea.
William Morris’s Philosophy about Gardens
The last slide of Fiona Rose’s “In the Garden with William Morris” showed his philosophy about Gardens
Cleve West recommended books and organisations
Cleve mentioned several books and organisations during his lecture on 17th November and as many attendees asked for the list he has kindly sent it to us. (Click on the header to expand)
Visit to Shropshire Gardens July 2026
Dates: 20th – 22nd July 2026 visiting 6 gardens. The printable/editable booking form is in the Visits section under the Events heading
2025 Special Lecture on 17th November Tickets
FAGUS are very pleased to welcome Cleve West as the guest speaker for the 2025 Special Lecture 17th November. Cleve is one of the UK’s leading Garden Designers, having won 7 Gold and 2 Best in Shows at Chelsea! This lecture is inspired by his design for Horatio’s Garden which helped him understand the therapeutic …
Social at Hanham Court Gardens July 2025
A very pleasant afternoon was spent in the gardens of Hanham Court by 40 members and guests. The gardens were extensive, formal beds, a wildflower meadow, stumpery and a vegetable plot.The hosts were very welcoming, with lots of information on the garden and the amazing house which dates back to 1300. What a lovely venue …
RHS Bridgewater Trip July 2025
Fagus Outings Group arranged a two night trip to Salford. En route we visited Southlands in Stretford, a beautiful multi-award winning garden. We spent the following day at the 155 acre RHS Bridgewater Garden and on the return the following day we visited the magnificent John Massey garden at Ashwood nursery. Photos from the trip …
Fagus Subscriptions
We respectfully remind members that their annual subscription falls due on 1st March. Those of you who pay by Standing Order need take no further action. You may also pay by Bank Transfer (use your name as reference) or cheque/cash at the AGM or subsequent meeting. Cheques can be posted to our membership secretary, Mrs Jean …
Garden Visiting – A Very British Tradition
On 18 October, Margie Hoffnung gave us a fascinating insight into that great British pastime of garden visiting in Britain. Filled with anecdotes and humour, Margie led us through all types of gardens, parks and historic settings that we enjoy. Margie completed a 4 year Horticulture Degree at Writtle College, after working at Westonbirt Arboretum. …
American Garden meets English Landscape
On 20 September 2021, Andrew Cannell, Head Gardener at the American Museum & Gardens gave us an interesting live lecture talking of the transformation of The American Gardens in Claverton. In 2018 the American Museum & Gardens completely remodelled its grounds offering its visitors unique insights into American horticulture and landscape design. Visitors can walk …