Home Guild Members Jan Pancheri Specialities Artist/Illustrator Book Author Lecturer Photographer TV Broadcaster Website Writer Writer: National Newspaper Jan Pancheri RHS Certificate Level 2 Probationary Member Biography During 25 years as Head Gardener at Westminster Abbey, I learned all about monastic gardens, both what was grown and the monks' philosophy about the spiritual value of a garden. Before studying horticulture at Capel Manor in my thirties, I wrote and illustrated children's books. Wanting to continue with this, I took an MA in children's book illustration at Anglia Ruskin University in 2019. Originally from Worcestershire, I love the countyside but now enjoy all that London has to offer. Additional Interests Other interests include a commitment to helping wildlife thrive in urban gardens. Ancient green spaces that have been kept over time hold a fascination for me, such as old churchyards. Writing for children to make them interested in the history of plants and gardens. Contact Details Contact Member × Send Message * indicates a required field Name* *required Phone Number* *required Email Address* *required Invalid email address Subject* *required Message* *required Please complete the Google reCAPTCHA