Peter Spedding gave us an interesting presentation on Meanwood Park, familiar to quite a few of our members. Some of the illustration had sound tracks of birds, running water and even a brass band! Peter first discovered the park in 1983 when working in Leeds and looking for somewhere to have a picnic.
We learnt of the history of the park and the families who owned it before it was acquired by Leeds City Council in 1954. In 1792 Edward Oates, a relative of Captain Oates of Antarctic fame bought the land, including the original hall which no longer exists, Meanwood Beck runs through the centre of the park and its various weirs, ponds and bridges as well as the many trees add interest. Today the park has a cafe and is used for a wide range of activities for example walking, running, playing tennis and even Tai Chi. Local schools and football clubs also make use of the large. green spaces although the surfaces are not all flat.
Display Table
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| Judith brought this fabulous Amaryllis called River Dance |
Sue’s vase contained Cornus ( cornus alba elegantissima and Midwinter Fire) Narcissus tete-a-tete, Nandina, Hamamelis (Diane and Levis which are very similar), Viburnum Tinus, sarcococca, Winter Honeysuckle and the fragrant Daphne “Jacqueline Postill”
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| Ann’s display in the pot received as a Christmas gift contained Viburnum tinus, Hamamelis mollis, coum, Galanthus nivalis, Narcissus tete-a-tete, Cyclamen erifiosa, Iris unguicularis, Jasminium nudiflorum, Hellebore “Ashwood”, Vinca minor and Clematis “Freckles” |
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| Marjorie brought this Amaryllis |
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| Amanda brought her first flowering Snowdrop |
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| Kate’s Hamamelis “Arnold promise” |
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| Peter brought leaflets for coach tours which include garden centres and offers local pickups. |
Next Meeting
6th February: Forum - Sue Gray to talk on Snowdrops and Winter Gardens
