Branch-out mk CIC

25/10/2026

So looking forward to the finished install Craufurd Arms next week
Helen grows and manages the trees & shrubs on plot, she’s the branch boss!
Look out for the whomping willows…

25/10/2026

Last weekend I was invited to talk about sustainable flowers at the A Rocha Eco Church meeting, St Michael’s Church, Woburn Sands. The ethos of caring for creation resonates deeply.

Fantastic to hear all about the Eco Church initiative. So many great ideas shared by many passionate people.

Flowers mark the milestones in our lives and are so often a feature in churches, at christenings, weddings and funerals.

I did my best to approach the plastic elephant in the room (Oasis floral foam) with sensitivity as it can be a very emotive subject. But I found a receptive audience who were genuinely happy to discuss the issues surrounding flower miles, chemicals and carbon emissions. Knowledge is power and with it you can change the world, little by little, piece by piece, flower by flower.

Funny how we can talk about everything else much more easily. Alternative methods were offered and an arrangement made whilst answering lots of questions.

Thankyou St Michael’s for inviting me.

27/08/2026

Just been to the wholesalers, it’s an early start for a flower shop, but needs must!

Feeling distinctly autumnal with the promise of rain and the deeper colours.

Pop along to the Shop on the Square in Wolverton. We are open Wed to Sat, 10am to 4pm

Soon we will have Quince & Squash too, watch this space

20/06/2026

A great big thanks to everyone who came to our stall at Folk On The Green this year.

We had a great day and enjoyed meeting customers old and new.

Don’t forget to bring your discount card when you visit our shop in Wolverton.

10/06/2026

03/06/2026

One day it’s too hot then it’s too wet, we’ve had hail, wind, sun and rain, often all in the same day!

Working outside certainly has its challenges but we always keep smiling, keep growing and producing beautiful flowers.

Happy growing everyone 😍

31/05/2026

Whilst having been very quiet on social media we have been really busy on the plot and in the shop. I also had a trip away, my Dad was rushed to hospital unexpectedly and a fibro flare up. Sometimes life gets in the way and you have to focus on the priorities. Thankyou to all our customers for continuing to visit our little shop on the square and to order online.

Soon we will have a new website which reflects more of what we do on the Horticultural Therapy and support front, so people can have a much better view of how growing our beautiful flowers helps our gardeners themselves to grow into more confident and independent individuals.

23/03/2026

Yesterday I spent a wonderfully creative day
I demonstrated how to make gift posies, passing on tips & tricks to a lovely receptive audience.
I also made a large spring bouquet as they provided a plinth, it had to be done!
I hadn’t visited Westbury for a few years and it felt so welcoming and inspiring.
If you haven’t been then look out for future opportunities to have a taster session, it could be eco printing, ceramics, portraits, life drawing, mixed media…
Plus I hope to be doing some workshops there in the not too distant future.
Thanks to all the volunteers and organisers.

21/03/2026

Thanks to everyone who bought flowers this Mothers Day, you are all amazing and highly valued.
Thanks for shopping local, supporting adults with autism & learning differences and helping to keep our little business blooming!

21/03/2026

The news we have all been waiting for, the regeneration of the old Agora centre. Looking forward to new exciting possibilities.
Thanks to Still Green Cohousing for pushing this all the way.