The greenhouse is located in the former airfield 'Battle of Britain'. In 1989, Dirk Houweling adquired land and established Tangmere Airfield Nurseries - A family business independent . The airfield is now home to one of the largest greenhouses in Europe peppers with 30 hectares (space equivalent to 60 football fields) with most modern facilities in greenhouses in the United Kingdom. In 2001, the company acquired the land in Spain allowing the customer supply throughout the year and has continued to thrive, with the expansion of facilities packaging forefront of Tangmere and wider areas greenhouse.
In World War II, the Minister of Agriculture encouraged the population to 'Dig for Victory', to provide essential crops for families and neighborhoods. The place has been regenerated but the greenhouse traditional activity continues to grow and provide fresh British product.
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