Digging for Dirt
Behind the scenes with the team at Winterbourne House and Garden
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Winterbourne’s feathered friends
A big thank you to everyone who joined us for the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch (26 – 28 January 2024). We’re delighted to share that you helped us spot 386 individual birds across the birdwatch weekend – a whopping 184% increase from last year – and a total of 25 different species. The jackdaw swooped…
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Recipe: Detox soup
Nothing beats a nutritious winter warmer. Our detox soup is a great way to feed your body and soul this February, while using up whatever leftover veg you have in your fridge. We’ve shared our favourite ingredients below, but feel free to experiment with whatever veggies you like. Ingredients 1 onion, diced 2 celery…
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New exhibition: ‘Botanical Arts and Crafts’
As the doors close on our ‘Totally Curious, Ever Inventive’ exhibition, we’re delighted to share that our art gallery won’t be vacant for long. This month, we’ll be opening ‘Botanical Arts and Crafts’, a celebratory exhibition to mark 25 years of the Birmingham Society of Botanical Artists (BSBA). Through a range of art forms, you…
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Celebrating Valentine’s Day
Today, Valentine’s Day is – for many – a time for loved ones to exchange gifts. But the 14 February celebration hasn’t always been about showering the one you love with sweet treats and gifts. It was once a time of haphazard matchmaking and more modest displays of affection, as this excerpt from Hamish Hendry’s…
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Your top five gardening jobs for January
A new month means new jobs to do in in the garden. And January’s are especially important as they help set you up for the year, saving you a world of hassle when the warmer months roll round. 1. Check your stored tubers (e.g., dahlias and cannas) – carefully lift them out of their…