First started in 1983, the Evandale Village Fair and National Penny Farthing Championships are turning 40 years old! The period themed fair and races are held annually in February, and attract enthusiasts from around the word. Take a glimpse inside at the birthday celebrations.

This is very exciting as we have been waiting and hoping to see these little creatures in the garden and today, look who I saw.

It’s mid January and the Briar Lane gardens are in full bloom. As the roses momentarily step out of the limelight, the magnificent liliy takes centre stage as the queen of the garden.

We had a most enjoyable afternoon hosting Chris Jacobson and his incredibly talented students. I even got to play along with Chis and Bruce et al.

While weeding away at a frantic pace, (the only way to keep up at this time of the year) it’s great to look up from time to time and see what is blooming.

These spectacular photos of Briar Lane at sunset, make me think about all the artists that have been inspired by this captivating phenomenon.