A honey bee sipping nectar

Taken by James Davies, this amazing photo shows a honey bee sipping nectar, watched by the beady eye of our Head of Science and Research, Dr Natasha de Vere. For the full story, follow this link.

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Liminality by Benjamin Storch

The Upper Broadwalk has a new temporary artwork until mid May 2011. ‘Liminality’ has been created by Llanbrynmair based artist Benjamin Storch. Made with hammer & press-formed Corten steel, the term liminality describes a state of being on a threshold, which is associated with transition, transformation, openness, but also uncertainty in facing the ‘unknown’. The sculpture [...]

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New Performance Stage Taking Shape

New Performance Stage Taking Shape

The new performance stage that is being built in the outer double walled garden is taking shape. Bad weather led to to delays but  today the first slate’s went on the roof and a metal pineapple, already branded as Paxton’s Pineapple, has been put on the top of the spire. Photo by Mike Danford.

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Moon Shine’s on Star Party

Over 100 stargazers flocked to the Garden’s 2nd Star Party  last Friday night. Thanks must go to Swansea Astronomical Society for all their help. These great photos were taken by Darren Boxer.

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Singing for the Future King

Singing for the Future King

Singing students from Coleg Sir Gar welcomed Prince Charles and guests in the Great Glasshouse on Novemeber 5th.

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Chrysanthemums Galore

Chrysanthemums Galore

The National Chrysanthemum Society held its annual show here last weekend

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