Spring Sprung

A touch of warmth in the air. Staff seen in shirtsleeves again on occasion – not a pretty sight, but usually means a change in season. Not a severe winter this year, and all tasks, pruning etc, accomplished and most of us have taken holidays in warmer climes. Apart from the Proprietor, who works like a dog. Barks too.

The old chap has been lately troubled by Billy the goat’s solitude up there in the pylon paddock. Accordingly action has been taken and we have entered negotiations to purchase another of his kind. Everyone needs a friend. We had thought, erroneously, that the sheep and he would get on. Chalk and cheese, alas, so – watch this space.