After nearly twenty years I have hung up my apron and retired from running my home as a bed and breakfast.  I have met some fascinating people, learned much from them and shared laughter with nearly all the guests who have crossed the threshold.  My only sorrow is that I shall no longer be welcoming guests to my home but hope that garden lovers will wish to visit the garden which will continue to open for the National Garden Scheme and in 2017 the dates are Thursday, 6 April; Thursday, 20 April;  Tuesday, 2 May;  Tuesday, 16 May;  Thursday, 1 June;      Wednesday, 7 June;     Thursday, 27 July;       Thursday, 10 August.  Opening times are 12 midday to 3 p.m.  See the NGS website www.ngs.org.uk  for full details.