BBC Gardeners' World

My gardening world Lorraine Kelly

How does gardening help you?

I think getting a break from all this (Covid-19). I don’t mind if it’s raining, I just stick my wellies on, it’s nice to get out into the fresh air and take your mind off it for a while. It takes you away

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