Weekends ahead...Harrogate Flower Show.

[suespud]

Well this friday night we are going to see Billy Elliot at Sunderland Empire and on saturday and sunday got grandchilden stopping over so their parents can go and have a romantic weekend at hubbys crash pad in Kirk Deighton.
But next weekend we are going to the Harrogate Flower Show for two days and I cant wait !!

http://www.flowershow.org.uk/
We had a great time last year.
Going on saturday AND sunday this year.
Iv got all my hanging baskets and troughs ready for all the plants we will buy...and it will be lots.(taking my 7 seater "nana's bus" to bring them all home)
I love all displays and floral arrangements, the talks,all the craft stalls....oh im getting very excited
ohhh and of course the champagne tent....

[Dark Knight]

We have got VIP tickets for Harrogate , Sue, not sure if we are going Saturday or Sunday , yet. Last year was a great show but a bit heavy on the wallet
Looking for shade plants this year to finish of the pond area I built

[suespud]

Hey we might just bump into you... after the fizzy stuff !! Im not hard to spot..red hair and all that...
yeah very heavy on the wallet, especially on the sunday when they sell all the plants off !!
We bought trollys last year, must remember to take them.

[Dark Knight]

we went on Sunday to the last one show and we filled the car to the roof with stuff, plus various pots and ornaments for the garden, might go on Saturday to avoid taking out another mortgage

[qbman1]

Went to 'Arrogate Show last year but it is a bit of a trek for us to do it in a day - and too mean to stay overnight !!

It was our first visit and I must say I was a tiny bit disappointed - it's not a patch on Malvern. Maybe I'm too fussy ?!

[suespud]

Went to 'Arrogate Show last year but it is a bit of a trek for us to do it in a day - and too mean to stay overnight !!

It was our first visit and I must say I was a tiny bit disappointed - it's not a patch on Malvern. Maybe I'm too fussy ?!

Never been to Malvern, so I cant comment.

I loved it, but each to their own.
What disappointed you ?

We were going to try Chelsea Flower Show as well, but we will be in Venice clelebrating OH's 60th birthday.
So maybe next year.

[qbman1]

Went to 'Arrogate Show last year but it is a bit of a trek for us to do it in a day - and too mean to stay overnight !!

It was our first visit and I must say I was a tiny bit disappointed - it's not a patch on Malvern. Maybe I'm too fussy ?!

Never been to Malvern, so I cant comment.

I loved it, but each to their own.
What disappointed you ?

We were going to try Chelsea Flower Show as well, but we will be in Venice clelebrating OH's 60th birthday.
So maybe next year.

I was probably just grumpy after nearly 4 hours in the car Spuddy!

It is a bit more cramped than Malvern and not so well laid out. Also, we were parked on the opposite side of the county which didn't help ! We did have a nice day there, though, and I managed to avoid DK !

You should try Malvern (Spring or Autumn) if you get the chance

[Dark Knight]

I assume you wont be visiting this year then QB ?

[qbman1]

I would if I lived closer. Shame I didn't know you were there on the same day last year.

[Dark Knight]

it is we could have met up for a drink, we have done a few of these shows inc Malvern and Tatton, good days out

[qbman1]

Yes, you do end up spending a lot of money, though !

[wolfie]

We've only been to Chelsea and Malvern, though you do need 2 days at Chelsea to see it all. The RHS also have a show in Cardiff which is on a much smaller scale but a good day out. The one I would love to go to is the Hampton Court Flower Show.

[Mervyn and Trish]

Yes, being but lowly peasants we've only been to Chelsea. Amazing. We went on the train as a precaution against buying anything!

[mavismumakrill]

We expect to be going to Harrogate on the Sunday with David, Mandy and Owen. Hoping Colin doesn't spend a fortune. Can't miss me if you are there because of my electric wheelchair and my one blacked out eye. Can't miss hearing Owen, who is now aged 12, and because of his disabilities is very loud and you always know where he is when out because of his voice, especially as nobody strange can understand what he is saying as his speech is bad and he does sign language when not understood.

Maybe see some of you there. Might meet again Sue. Southport is a good show as well.

Mavis x

[suespud]

Ohhhh Mavis..I will look out for you. Be lovely to see you again. Xxx

[qbman1]

Look out for DK too - there are plenty of places you can hide !!

[suespud]

lolol ohhh I will dont worry...lol

[suespud]

Billy Elliot was wonderful !!!!!
Tears, laughter....dancing...WOW!!!
I'm not sure if it was because it's about the area we live in, but it was very emotional.
Anyway go see it if you get the chance.
Just booked tickets for the Jungle Book at the cinema for 11.40 this morning...Alex just gone to pick the boys up.. Then I'm baking sausage rolls and cakes this afternoon with 3 year old Noah and 8 year old Olly is going to help his grandad sort his tools out.
Family weekends...what life is all about...

Sue
Xx

[Jan Rosser]

Billy Elliot was wonderful !!!!!
Tears, laughter....dancing...WOW!!!
I'm not sure if it was because it's about the area we live in, but it was very emotional.
Anyway go see it if you get the chance.
Just booked tickets for the Jungle Book at the cinema for 11.40 this morning...Alex just gone to pick the boys up.. Then I'm baking sausage rolls and cakes this afternoon with 3 year old Noah and 8 year old Olly is going to help his grandad sort his tools out.
Family weekends...what life is all about...

Sue
Xx

What a lovely weekend you are having Sue - I had my granddaughters (8 and 12) staying with me for a week of the Easter holiday without their parents and loved every minute of it

Saw Billy Elliott many years ago in London and agree it's a fabulous show - I love the film and always cry at the end when he comes on stage as the principal dancer.

[suespud]

Billy Elliot was wonderful !!!!!
Tears, laughter....dancing...WOW!!!
I'm not sure if it was because it's about the area we live in, but it was very emotional.:
Anyway go see it if you get the chance.
Just booked tickets for the Jungle Book at the cinema for 11.40 this morning...Alex just gone to pick the boys up.. Then I'm baking sausage rolls and cakes this afternoon with 3 year old Noah and 8 year old Olly is going to help his grandad sort his tools out.
Family weekends...what life is all about...

Sue
Xx

What a lovely weekend you are having Sue - I had my granddaughters (8 and 12) staying with me for a week of the Easter holiday without their parents and loved every minute of it

Saw Billy Elliott many years ago in London and agree it's a fabulous show - I love the film and always cry at the end when he comes on stage as the principal dancer.

A whole week.. ...lolol

Although they are a bit older than mine.... 8, 6,6,3,3,3 and 2.....

[Jan Rosser]

Billy Elliot was wonderful !!!!!
Tears, laughter....dancing...WOW!!!
I'm not sure if it was because it's about the area we live in, but it was very emotional.:
Anyway go see it if you get the chance.
Just booked tickets for the Jungle Book at the cinema for 11.40 this morning...Alex just gone to pick the boys up.. Then I'm baking sausage rolls and cakes this afternoon with 3 year old Noah and 8 year old Olly is going to help his grandad sort his tools out.
Family weekends...what life is all about...

Sue
Xx

What a lovely weekend you are having Sue - I had my granddaughters (8 and 12) staying with me for a week of the Easter holiday without their parents and loved every minute of it

Saw Billy Elliott many years ago in London and agree it's a fabulous show - I love the film and always cry at the end when he comes on stage as the principal dancer.

A whole week.. ...lolol

Although they are a bit older than mine.... 8, 6,6,3,3,3 and 2.....

Oh Sue it was lovely - they are such good company now - we went shopping, to the cinema, did nothing and of course I spoilt them - they stayed up later than normal and what's great is they want to come again - fab xxx

[suespud]

Well the weather isn't looking too good for the weekend
Also had a change of plan, we are now only going on Sunday.
Alex had got a good deal on a hotel in Northumberland , but the only time we could go is this friday..
So we are going on Friday morning, spending a bit time in Alnwick, then going to hotel and relaxing in the spa till its time for Evening meal.
On saturday we will drive down to the crash pad in Kirk Deighton, maybe potter round Wetherby, got a table booked at an amazing steak restaurant for Dinner.
Then an early start to get a good parking place near the top of the hill..next to the entrance..on sunday morning.
Bring on the plants !!!!

Next weekend I'm off to Windsor for a few days..well actually wednesday to sunday...

Mavis and DK ..hope you have a great day at the flowers show..hope we bump into each other to say Hello

[Dark Knight]

We are going Saturday , Sue

[suespud]

We are going Saturday , Sue

Ahh that's a shame, we could have had a mini meet with Mavis. She is going sunday.
Well enjoy it anyway and leave some plants for us to buy !
I'm actually looking for a new bird bath..and Alex wants another look at the hexagonal Gazebo things.
The one he liked last year was about 7k
So he is hoping to take another close look in the flesh .. We have looked at them online..but he wants to sit in one and try it...
Then give details to a joiner friend .


Don't forget your brolly and plant trolly

[mavismumakrill]

Have sent you a PM Sue. Hope you don't mind

Mavis x