Came back from Chelsea with new enthusiasm for growing veg in a raised
bed!

My initial thoughts on construction are...

1) Remove turf from area & level (lawn on a slight slope)
2) Lay weed suppressant matting
3) Construct bed - prob 9" - 12" high
4) Fill to 4" with gravel to help drainage
5) Fill remainder of bed with soil / compost

My question is - am I makng it harder than it need be? Could I just
put the bed on the sloping lawn, fill with soil / compost & start
planting?

Any thoughts / advice appreciated

Thanks

Paul