Perhaps think a lot more about your interior ... It needs to be for you as well as plants! You will need an area where you (& visitors?) can sit and do things, rather than have shelving throughout! More importantly, think about heating and cooling. Both will need a good internal flow of air. So ...

As it happened, I judged the Crassulaceae with Ray Stephenson at the National, so should perhaps reply. Yes, your plants are nice, but would not have won prizes, as would be expected in comparison with other entries in ChrisL's wonderful long list of photos on the Manchester web site. Judges do not ...

Transparent (or translucent) pots do not work in practice. You will get algal growth on the inner surface.

Best regards,
Derek Tribble

Thanks folks! I was hoping for replies based upon first-hand knowledge of the area, rather than advertising. So the "Inn On The Green" in Main St, Coddington is the only recommendation? It is close.

Best wishes,
Derek

Well it's two weeks to go to our long-delayed National C&S Show. Entries have to be submitted by Monday 22nd and I'm trying to make plans. Please could someone local, or who has visited other events at the Newark Showground, advise what the on-site catering will be like on that Saturday? Also, c...

Hi Tracey,

I have not received your email ... maybe try sending me a message via this forum?

Best wishes,
Derek

As described in this old thread, three educational films featuring c&s are available from South Africa and make for an interesting evening's entertainment. I have just been informed that an Australian society recently used them. https://www.forum.bcss.org.uk/viewtopic.php?p=282180 Best wishes, D...

Think about pots as well as plant surfaces .... a black pot in sunshine will heat up surprisingly! Providing complete shade for your pots will help. Pushing pots together is an easy way to start.

Best wishes,
Derek Tribble

Unfortunately C&V Cacti will not be selling plants at the convention tomorrow. Chris felt unwell today after covid spread around staff at his workplace during this last week. Vicky sends their apologies, but obviously they have to stay away to avoid spreading it further. We wish for a speedy rec...

We have to give numbers for catering to the University today, but can probably issue a few more tickets until Friday if there are any late comers. We do have lots of space. The programme has now been arranged: 10:00 am    Doors open for plant and raffle ticket sales 11:00 am    Introductions & A...