scarlettohara Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 I ordered some Garvo last night at about 8.30, it came at 12 pm today - what brilliant service Had to order online as Titmuss have let me down on my order Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margaret Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 His service is fantastic, but what a price I did a 80 mile trip to Dobbies Garden centre in Asford Kent on Saturday to collect mine. Just wish it was easier to obtain as is such good feed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heidi-Hi Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 I live in Wokingham, Berkshire, and I went to see Jim Vyse on Monday. Took me about an hour to get there. He was so friendly, knocked a bit off because I bought 5 bags and collected, and to top it off threw in a bag of Aubiose I only went there because Rokers in Guildford did not have stock for over three weeks - only came back in stock yesterday Long way to go, but was worth the effort Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuckmum6 Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 My girls are back on countrywide organic as my local supplier of Garvo has stopped selling it, gutted as they used to deliver to me for free Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 Chuckmum, don't know whereabouts in Leicestershire you are, but Welland Valley Feeds in Market Harborough are now stocking Garvo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emmastar Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 I have to order it online as i dont think anyone near me sells it postage is a bit of a killer . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tweety Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Emmastar, I am in Bowdon and get my Garvo from Sevenoaks Saddlery near Antrobus, if that is any help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reikiranf Posted May 2, 2012 Share Posted May 2, 2012 I usually get my Garvo from Grain Harvesters in Wingham when I'm that way, but I'm not going there for a couple of weeks and supplies are low so will go to Dobbies in Gillingham and hope that they have the layers mash. I saw on the Jim Vyse website that they've stopped delivering Garvo due to high transport costs I know that a couple of you on here used to get it delivered from him, so what are you going to do now or do you know of a nearer supplier? I live in Bexley. If you need any then let me know and I'll get some for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margaret Posted May 2, 2012 Share Posted May 2, 2012 Reikiranf, I noticed that about Jim last week aswell. Was going to do The Dobbies round trip, not to bad for me as I can pop in and see my Nephew. But Wiggly Wiglers were doing free delivery last week so stock up on the pellets with Bokashi Bran added. Mind you havent used that for a few years so hoping they will eat it as brought 4 sacks of it Good idea though for the future to do a collection for us all, I know Rachel in Sidcup uses it as well, so will keep you all in mind for the next trip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reikiranf Posted May 2, 2012 Share Posted May 2, 2012 Thanks Margaret, likewise if you need any then feel free to contact me, although I think that your Wiggly wigglers supply will keep your girls going for a while Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackian Posted May 2, 2012 Share Posted May 2, 2012 Reikiranf, I noticed that about Jim last week aswell.Was going to do The Dobbies round trip, not to bad for me as I can pop in and see my Nephew. But Wiggly Wiglers were doing free delivery last week so stock up on the pellets with Bokashi Bran added. Mind you havent used that for a few years so hoping they will eat it as brought 4 sacks of it Good idea though for the future to do a collection for us all, I know Rachel in Sidcup uses it as well, so will keep you all in mind for the next trip. I got the free delivery last week of pellets with bokashi bran added..a bonus and my girls really like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reikiranf Posted May 2, 2012 Share Posted May 2, 2012 I haven't used that feed on my current girls and as they're doing so well on the Garvo I'm loathe to try anything else Even taking the fuel into account it's still cheaper to go and get it from Dobbies unless they have a huge mark up, I might ring & check. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoxy Posted May 2, 2012 Share Posted May 2, 2012 Was surprised to see Garvo at my local Dobbies a couple of days ago...it was £12.29/20kg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NannyOgg Posted May 2, 2012 Share Posted May 2, 2012 Thanks Margaret, likewise if you need any then feel free to contact me, although I think that your Wiggly wigglers supply will keep your girls going for a while If either of you would bear me in mind for future collections I would be really grateful...I'm in Crayford Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eggasperated Posted May 2, 2012 Share Posted May 2, 2012 Was surprised to see Garvo at my local Dobbies a couple of days ago...it was £12.29/20kg My Dobbies sell it for that too, £2 more than the agriculture supplier i normally use which is further away. I prefer to support the agriculture supplier but have to weigh up the pros and cons of the travel, I try to buy enough bags to make the trip worthwhile. I also get cross at the Dobbies mark up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reikiranf Posted May 2, 2012 Share Posted May 2, 2012 Having said I was loathe to try something else I realised that I needed Hemcore too so went to Frogpool Manor and grabbed a bag of Fancy feeds layers mash I did phone Dobbies but the girl I spoke to wasn't very helpful so I didn't go there just incase I had a wasted journey. I suppose that a £2 mark up isn't too bad if it saves 50 odd miles of driving and the time involved. NannyOgg, Margaret & Mummyhen I should be going to Wingham on 21st May, so pm me if you'd like me to get you some & let me know whether it's mash or pellets & how many you'd like Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiggle39 Posted May 2, 2012 Share Posted May 2, 2012 Hi Reikiranf, I also use Garvo feed but get mine from Manor Farm in North Ockendon. I live by Dartford Heath and the journey only takes me about 25 mins each way, it's only 11 miles from me. You do have to time it with the tunnel/ bridge but it's quicker and easier than going to Dobbies. I don't know if this will save you some time? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reikiranf Posted May 2, 2012 Share Posted May 2, 2012 Thanks for that info Wiggle39, it's always good to have a choice, I don't mind going to Wingham if I'm going that way anyway to visit friends or family, but I wouldn't go all that way purely to get feed. I live in Blackfen so only a few minutes from Dartford Heath anyway, so a trip over the water would be combined with a Costco/Ikea visit I would have gone to Dobbies in Gillingham so it's not too far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NannyOgg Posted May 2, 2012 Share Posted May 2, 2012 There seem to be quite a few of us in this neck of the woods...maybe we should arrange a mini meet?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiggle39 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 I think a mini meet would be a good idea. I'm affectionately known as 'The Mad chicken woman' amongst friends as they just don't get chickens and tend to glaze over when something exciting happens with my hens that I just can't keep to myself. So it would be nice to meet some like minded folk. As for the Ikea/ Garvo buying combo it's exactly what I do. I think the Costa option sounds good too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohcarolina Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Count me in. I live in Crawley but work in Bexleyheath and am thinking of trying Bokashi myself (my girls stink at the mo ) as I'm sorting them out a luvverly Woodchip run next week. I'm on annual leave next week and have to visit family in Harlow, Essex and need to get to Lakeside so may be able to do a big stock up if anyone's interested. I'll keep in touch & post on here (or PM me if interested). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reikiranf Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 That sounds good, shall we arrange a date & venue, I've met up with Seagazer & Whoopsie at Ruxley Garden centre in the past Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted May 4, 2012 Share Posted May 4, 2012 That sounds good, shall we arrange a date & venue, I've met up with Seagazer & Whoopsie at Ruxley Garden centre in the past It would be better if any meets were arranged over in 'Get Togethers' as it makes it easier for people to follow any plans there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
