Every summer the country comes to Lambeth in the form of Lambeth Country Show. The Show which is held in Brockwell Park is attended by thousands of people from across South London and is one of the most successful summer events. I hardly ever miss going and it does actually have a green angle. Many organic growers show up there to sell their produce and there are even vegetable and cake display tents, much like the sort of shows which one would expect to encounter in the West Country or Sussex. For many inner London and ethnic minority children in Lambeth who live in high rises without a garden or much contact with nature, this is a real experience and there are frequently farm animals and displays by sheep dogs etc.
The weather, of course, is an essential ingredient, but when the sun shines it is heaven. Brockwell Park is one of the most pleasant parks in South London. I will be there on Sunday afternoon, after having bought some herbs and plants, on the Lambeth Green Party stall, together with our councillor, Becca Thackray, giving out information on what the party is doing locally and on how people can assist with our campaigns. The recent European election campaign in London saw many new people join the Green Party and hopefully more people will do so at the Show on Sunday. I will also be bringing along a few of my old books to contribute to the stall and its fundraising activities.
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