Carrying gravel

The day started with laying down a weed surpressant membrane. Brian had made some metal hooks, just to secure the edges and corners, which helped speed things up.

The next task was to carry the gravel up the two flights of steps, and up the first part of the slope, to the prepared area. I was able to help shovel the gravel at the bottom, whilst the others carried it up there. Luckily Lauren just loved the physical work out, which was good as there was a lot of trips up the hill needed.

It was fabulous having many hands helping out. We stopped for a little coffee break and biscuit after about an hour, then got straight back on it, and were finished by lunchtime.

A lot of effort, but great fun.