Programme of Visits Coach outings to venues of horticultural interest take place from April to October inclusive.  They are normally either on Wednesdays or Thursdays.    Programme of Lectures Lectures are usually held on the second Tuesday evening of the month from October to May inclusive (except February).  They are normally held in the New Windmill Hall St. Mary's Lane, Upminster.  Back to top History “The Upminster Horticultural Society, embracing Cranham and North Ockendon has recently been formed to encourage residents in these parishes to take an increased interest in horticulture…” so said the Essex Times of Wednesday September 18th 1907......................... Find out about our  History. Back to top Other Activities Links Charity support Reports on the Visits After visit a member of the group volunteers to write up a brief summary of the event and this is published in our annual Handbook.  The report is normally accompanied by a photograph.