Jaywick Martello Tower Spring Talk: Beth Chatto
Join Julia Boulton for this talk about the history of the gardens.
Join Julia Boulton, grand-daughter of plants woman Beth Chatto and Chair of Beth Chatto’s Plants and Gardens, for this talk about the history of the Gardens and also about how the extensive range of plants attract wildlife throughout the year.
Tickets are £2.00 per talk or pay for all five talks in advance and get the final talk free. Refreshments provided.
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