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RGS members at the House of Commons When Fleur Anderson heard this year would be the RGS’s centenary year, she invited us to have an event at the House of Commons Jubilee Room as part of our centenary celebrations. Due to number restrictions, members who have made a contribution to the running of RGS activities were invited. It was a very special evening to remember in such an auspicious place. Fleur is very committed to preserving and supporting allotments and environmental

RGS Centenary Banner A lovely, bright celebration from Jenny Cobb. Made with upcycled materials, too. Many, many thanks!

The RGS Centenary Exhibition is in Putney Library from 28th May to 12th June 2022 Part of Wandsworth Heritage week, the exhibition looks at the roots of the RGS, set in local history of its times together the development of allotments and changing horticulture. Lots to see and to read. There are also some lovely paintings of our allotments to see, and Andrew Wilson’s photos of wildlife on our allotments. You are warmly invited to visit. Please do sign the visitor’s book.

One Monday afternoon in December, when a small group of Granard school children were visiting the Site 2 allotments, Barry was kind enough to introduce them to his chickens. As you can see they were able to hold them and Barry gave the school a dozen fresh eggs which were cooked the following morning. After they had visited the chickens Barry gave a few of the children a ride in a wheelbarrow, ably helped by one of their teachers, Natalya, who is also a plot holder.