Learn more about the history of this long running family business, which was founded in 1780. As we explore this history we will learn more about how gardening, and the role of the garden, has changed over the centuries.
Hannah Sylvester, the district herbalist, will be leading a forage around Hill Holt Wood. Helping you to learn more about the edible plants available in each season.
At the end of the walk we will have foraged the supplies needed to enjoy a cup of tea together.
Seasonal eating would have been normal throughout Mrs Smith’s life.
In the modern world we are becoming increasingly disconnected from where our food comes from, and the seasonality of the foods we eat.
This talk, run by BBC Radio Lincolnshire Sunday Snippet gardener Allotment Cooks, will give an informative overview of how to start eating seasonally in the modern world.
A monthly gardening group for preschool children, giving them the opportunity to grow some tasty veggies and care for their own corner of the Mrs Smith’s Cottage gardens.
To sign up, or find out more, join the facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1208789059566216
Find out how Mrs Smith was able to do her washing without a machine or running water!
In this family friendly workshop you will get to have a go at washing the Victorian way. As we talk about how Mrs Smith was able to save water and look after clothes.