News and blogs - Minstead Trust

Bioblitz reveals garden’s astonishing nature

Furzey Gardens visitors and volunteers identified almost 200 species of plants and animals in just one day during its first annual Bioblitz - volunteer Jane Pownall takes up the story.

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Head Gardener blog

Head Gardener’s monthly blog: June

June is a month of change as the explosion of spring colour shifts towards the lush, verdant, leafy months of summer. Pete White, Head Gardener, shares tips and gives an insight into the latest goings on at Furzey Gardens.

Furzey Gardens

Catherine's photo blog

Catherine’s monthly blog post: May

In this, the centenary year of Furzey Gardens, volunteer Catherine Brightwood will be writing a monthly blog to share her experience of working here. Join her as she highlights some of her favourite plants and photographs throughout the coming year.

Minstead Trust

Learning disabilities

Minstead Trust raises awareness of hidden disabilities

Minstead Trust has joined a global scheme to raise awareness of people with hidden disabilities.

Furzey Gardens

Events

Bumper outdoor theatre programme for Furzey’s centenary

A wide range of outdoor theatre performances are planned at Furzey Gardens this summer to celebrate its centenary year - book now.

Furzey Gardens

Furzey centenary

New bridge marks garden’s centenary year

A new footbridge has been opened at Furzey Gardens to mark the garden's centenary year.

Furzey Gardens

Head Gardener blog

Head Gardener’s monthly blog: May

May is always a wonderful time to step outside and embrace the beauty and vibrancy of spring. Pete White, Head Gardener, shares tips and gives an insight into the latest goings on at Furzey Gardens.

Furzey Gardens

What to see at Furzey

May at Furzey Gardens

Vibrant and dazzling displays meet you at almost every turn as you stroll around the winding paths of the gardens in May

Furzey Gardens

Catherine's photo blog

Catherines monthly blog post: April

In this, the centenary year of Furzey Gardens, volunteer Catherine Brightwood will be writing a monthly blog to share her experience of working here. Join her as she highlights some of her favourite plants and photographs throughout the coming year.

Furzey Gardens

Head Gardener blog

Head Gardener’s monthly blog: April

April brings with it a fresh burst of life. Pete White, Head Gardener shares insights about the latest goings on at Furzey Gardens and tips for what to do in your own gardens

Furzey Gardens

Furzey centenary

Giant fairy door unveiled at Furzey Gardens

A giant fairy door has been unveiled at Furzey Gardens in Minstead to begin its centenary fundraising appeal.

Furzey Gardens

Catherine's photo blog

Catherine’s monthly photo blog: March

In this, the centenary year of Furzey Gardens, volunteer Catherine Brightwood will be writing a monthly blog to share her experience of working here. Join her as she highlights some of her favourite plants and photographs throughout the coming year.