I originally trained in Agriculture, specialising in the Dairy Sector. My parents and Grandparents, who lived next door, both had a large traditional garden with vegetables, flowers, orchards, chickens and bees. I have always had a garden and have worked as a Freelance Gardener, for a few select clients, (i.e. desperate). I am a founder member of the Black Pear Gardening Club, I love wildlife (except slugs), enjoy Jazz, Red wine, Rioja (if your asking), Lapsang Souchong tea, (Ditto), Photography, Gardening and Yoga ( it helps maintain the balance after the Rioja! ) We open our garden in aid of the village church and the National Garden Scheme, for who I am the county Social Media volunteer.