6 ARE you, or an older relative, Britain's oldest active gardener? Counsel and Care is anxious to hear from older people who are enthusiastic gardeners.

At its annual meeting in June, this national charity is launching a campaign to encourage older people to continue gardening, or even to take it up for the first time.

It believes that the interest it provides in the open air helps older people to enjoy healthier and longer lives.

Please write to us to tell how much gardening you do, describing the pleasure it gives and the difference it makes to your life, and, of course, giving your age.

MARTIN GREEN, Counsel and Care, Twyman House, Bonny Street,

London NW1 9PG