Fuchsia Research International

Fuchsia Research International was founded in June 1998 by five like-minded individuals who were interested in the science of the genus Fuchsia.

We were offered, through the intermediaries of Bob Hall and Ray Butt, facilities at Margam Country Park and the first formal meeting was held in October 1998 at Margam Park. At this meeting the organization was formally constituted and officers and members of the Executive Board appointed.

The current Board meets twice a year. The first meeting follows the AGM in May at Margam Park and the second In late September, also at Margam Park following a social weekend to which all members are invited.

The current Board is

Dr Les Blaber - Chairman (Founder member)

Mr Arthur Tickner - Chief Executive (Founder member)

Dr Paul Parker - Secretary and Membership Secretary (Founder member)

Mr Ray Butt - Treasurer

Mrs Yvonne Barlow - Minutes Secretary

Mr Mike Clare - Curator of the National Collection of Fuchsia species

Advisors to FRI are Dr Paul Berry and Dr Michaela Matthes.

The National Collection of Fuchsia species is housed in the Citrus House Conservatory at Margam Park and is open to the public. It is advisable to contact us before a visit to be sure the Citrus House is open a`nd if you would like a conducted Tour. Please contact

<collection@fuchsiaresint.org>


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