In a heritage garden setting, Erin and P.J. had their wedding ceremony and reception held under bright, sunny skies. London Farm volunteer Dave Kemp had his camera with him and captured the lovely wedding scenes for the bridal couple and their guests.
Today River Rock Casino held it’s family BBQ at London Heritage Farm for the third year running. Guests registered at the front gate and the children received a gift from RiverRock. Free food was given to all registered guest and they enjoyed picnicking on the grounds. The smell of burgers and hotdogs would make your mouth water. The children enjoyed the slide and castle that was set up for them and I’m sure later on they will enjoy the dunking of a member of RiverRock. Fun is being had by all!
Written by Dave Kemp. Photos taken by Dave Kemp.
2010 Fraser River Art Festival held at London Heritage Farm on July 11 in sunny Steveston. Mayor Brodie and MLA John Yap made the opening speeches, followed by Chairperson Robert Berkhout of London Heritage Farm to officially open the event, also in attendance was Councilor Bill McNulty. People were entertained prior to the opening by Piper Jim Wishlove. Local artists took great pride in showing off their work. Many visitors to the farm wandered around admiring the artists work.
London Heritage Farm set up a tent where visitors could purchase coffee, tea, scones and cookies. Volunteers helped with the refreshments. One thing that stands out were the tables set up by London Farm for guests to eat off. All the tables were made from the recycled wood from the newly renovated porch to the house. Nothing goes to waste at the farm if at all possible.
Written by Dave Kemp, photos taken by Dave Kemp.
While catching the shot of the troop of ducklings with their Mother Duck, Dave Kemp saw a lot more are happening down at London Farm at the moment. Here are a few of his catches with his camera.
“While driving along the Dyke Road I noticed London Heritage Farm`s pond had new additions, eleven little ducklings with Mom keeping a close eye on them all. Mother will teach them how to feed for themselves and avoid prey. Unfortunately I didn`t have my camera with me but I quickly went home, grabbed my camera and headed back to the farm to capture this moment. Amongst the construction, daily activities by the many volunteers, and the road noise you can still come across nature down at London Farm. The gardens have a lot going on at this time and a visit is a must, hummingbirds, bees, and the colours makes this little gem a must to see.” – Dave Kemp
London Heritage Farm re-opened on Febrauary 6, 2010 in time to extend our warmest welcome to Olympians and visitors from all over the world during the 2010 Winter Olympics. The Farmhouse, Tea Room and Gift Shop will open daily February 10-28; 11-4, Mon-Fri & 11-5, Sat-Sun.
“Full Tea” as served at London Farm (Photo credit: Dave Kemp - All rights reserved.)
Visitors and guests are welcome to have a tour at this historical site and enjoy the exclusive London Lady tea in the Tea Room during the extended hours.
Serving Tea (Photo credit: Dave Kemp - All rights reserved.)
Tea Room Supervisor Shirley Hartwell (l) and Baker Jenny Watson (r) are sampling the famous London Lady tea and the special home baked Olympic cookies, served at London Farm.
As the Tea Room will be hosting many international guests during the games, extra care is taken of on every detail. The new traditional 1910 era uniforms were designed by Kate Herring and capably sewn by volunteers.
Home made jams, London Lady Tea gift packs and scone mix on display in the shop. (Photo credit: Dave Kemp - All rights reserved.)
The gift shop is also full of London Heritage Farm exclusive Olympic-themed items such as tea packaged with the Speed Skate Canada logo, Canada flag jam toppers and scone fix bags, bandanas, table linens, and London Heritage Farm exclusive items such as pins, key rings and sugar softeners.
This picture shows a thresher that was used by Richmond farmers for many decades. Artifacts like these are important relics from the past and the City of Richmond recently donated a generous grant to build a protective roof.
London farm has several old farm tools on display. The London Heritage Society always welcomes craftsmen with the knowledge and the necessary skills to restore old farming machines, tools and buggies.
The robust roof was built by Penta.
Dear Member of London Heritage Farm Society,
The City of Richmond now has an on-line city-wide volunteer database that links all volunteers with all heritage sites and community centres. Since London Heritage Farm is part of this system, all members are urged to register themselves at https://icanhelp.richmond.ca/.
This software will help everybody: For volunteers, you set up your own profile, say where you’d like to volunteer, find out about volunteer opportunities city-wide, can apply for volunteers positions, email me (as the LHF volunteer coordinator) and record your volunteer hours. For LHF, it means that the farm and it’s volunteer opportunities are more widely advertized so our membership will grow and thrive, as well as keeping you more informed as to special events and areas that need your help.
Here’s some information to help you set up your profile:
If you have any trouble setting up your profile, please feel free to contact me at the Administration office (604-271-5220). I’m in the office only on Weds and Thurs (8:30-4:00) in January but will be back to my regular office hours of Wed-Fri, 8:30-4:00 in Feb.
Many thanks,
Kate Herring
Administrator
London Heritage Farm Society
Dear Member
It’s time, once again, to renew your membership with the London Heritage Farm Society.
Please find attached the 2010 Membership Application Form as well as the Schedule of Special Events for this year. Please feel free to print out as many of these forms as you wish to pass on to neighbours, family members, friends or co-workers who may be interested in the work of the Society. It really is amazing that many people are still unaware of the farm and the work of the Society.
You may mail, email or drop off your membership application form and dues to the Administrator, Kate Herring. Cash, cheques, Visa and MasterCard are accepted. Please make cheques payable to London Heritage Farm Society. If you wish to pay your dues by cash, please come in person to the farmhouse and ring to white doorbell on the right-hand side of the Gift Shop screen door to get Kate’s attention. Please note that the farmhouse is closed until Feb 6, 2010 for maintenance and cleaning, although Kate will be in the office Weds and Thurs, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm during January.
The Annual General Meeting of the London Heritage Farm Society will be held on Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 7:00 pm at London Heritage Farm. All paid-up members are eligible for election to the Board of the London Heritage Farm Society and nominations are now being accepted for Board candidates. Please contact Kate Herring with all nominations.
Your attention to renewing your membership as soon as possible is greatly appreciated.
Yours,
Kate Herring,
Administrator
London Heritage Farm Society
To extend our warmest welcome to visitors during the 2010 Winter Olympics, London Heritage Farm will be open February 12-28, Mon-Fri, 12-4 and Sat/Sun, 12-5.
Visitors and guests are welcome to have a tour at this historical site and enjoy the exclusive London Lady tea in the Tea Room during the extended hours.
