Multivalve Register - Mystery Tour Multivalve Run Thursday 31/03/2022 The Multivalve register met at the Feathers at 9:00am and the experienced weather set the tone of the day. We had our feathers well and truly blown around, the wind was gusty to say the least. The run up to Karkoo nursery and its cavernous out buildings went smoothly. On arrival at Karkoo we all got out of our cars and immediately went scurrying to put on every item of clothing we could find. Oakbank was a flurry with an icy wind and a few shivers were felt amongst the group. Morning tea cheered us up with hot coffee, tea, cakes and lovely scones. The group then looked around at the large variety of beautiful plants and the large diversity of homeware in the cavernous outbuildings. It was noticed that plants, candles and even a two foot high white rabbit decided to join the jaguar group and left Karkoo behind. Then before we could catch our breath we were off to Melba’s chocolate factory. It was as though a plague of locusts had swooped through the chocolates and the lollies. Very little pretence was even made to say it was for the grandkids and most people were reminded of their childhood favourites and bought accordingly. Then with lunch looming, off we drove and with our usual wonderful sense of
Karkoo Nursery, at the beautiful historic site of the Johnston Brewery, Oakbank. Specialising in indoor plants, pots, stylish gifts, homewares, plants and trees for garden lovers.
direction we needed only one U turn to get us on the right track. We still managed to arrive at our destination on time.
run had finished. We drove home with our waistbands slightly tighter after a great day.
Lunch at Auchendarroch House and the Oak and Iron Tavern was not disappointing and we had an enjoyable lunch with lots of laughter and this day
Arcadia and Jim.
Even if gardening is not your thing, Karkoo is simply a great place to enjoy a coffee and snack in a relaxing atmosphere.
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Until the next run, happy trails everyone.
Robert & Robyn Welch at Melba’s Chocolate Factory, where we stopped and stocked up on ‘too much’ chocolate goodies.
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