New years day find the head gardener a little tired after going to "a bit of a do" last night.  The under gardener and I have decided to take the day off!  Tomorrow we start work on reducing the height on the western boundary of the property to allow more light into the orchard.  This will also allow the damson trees that are in this boundary hedge to make more of a statement.  We have both enjoyed a short break over the holidays but now it is time to get back to work.  We only have six months to go till we open again for the National Garden Scheme!