10 of the best May flowering plants

10 of the best May flowering plants

  Gardens can often lack colour in late spring/early summer when there’s lots of foliage but not enough flowers. Here’s my pick of plants to fill the gap. 1. Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata ‘Black Barlow’ With delicate flowers on long stems, this dark plum...
The Single Mums’ Mansion

The Single Mums’ Mansion

Janet Hoggarth’s first adult novel, The Single Mums’ Mansion is based on her experiences of living communally as a single parent in East Dulwich. Amanda Wilkie unexpectedly finds herself alone with three children under five in a rambling Victorian house in...
Shortlist announced for Dulwich Pavilion 2019

Shortlist announced for Dulwich Pavilion 2019

Dulwich Picture Gallery and the London Festival of Architecture have announced six shortlisted architectural practices to develop proposals for the second ‘Dulwich Pavilion’ – a temporary, outdoor visitor welcome and public events space within the historic grounds of...
The Last Word: Holly Russo, Personal Trainer

The Last Word: Holly Russo, Personal Trainer

Holly Russo is a local Freelance Personal Trainer who specializes in pre/postnatal training. She trains her clients either in a local park or in their homes. She is also now venturing into the world of online training. Holly is also an actress and a trainee...
Asparagus & Cheddar Tart

Asparagus & Cheddar Tart

There is only one thing on my mind at this time of year – English Asparagus. We are hoping the ‘Beast from the East’ hasn’t put things back too much – right now we are on track for the season to start on the 23rd April – Hurrah! Asparagus & Cheddar Tart Serves...