Brighton Drinks at the Pub du Vin was wonderfully attended last week, and a convivial evening was had by all. A large party went on to have curry, which seems to be a developing theme of late! There were so many OBs crowded into the bar, that we didn't quite catch everyone's name, but we did promise to organise another evening soon, so watch this space. Suggestions for suitable venues should be sent to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

OBs enjoyed a beautiful morning at Gravetye Manor Gardens on Friday 16th September with inspiring Head Gardener Tom Coward.

Tom gave an impassioned tour of the estate, and its wonderful Autumn colours, though he did note that if we retuned in the next few weeks that the colours would be even more spectacular as the trees deepened in hue. Famous for being created by William Robinson, arguably one of England’s greatest gardeners, Tom has been working hard to breathe new life into the gardens following some years of neglect.  He has done this to the most wonderful effect, and it was a pleasure to listen to him speak so knowledgeably about Robinson and his theories, and also on the garden itself and how they have experimented in the last year with planting and design.