Host an Open Garden
Do you love your garden and want to show it off? Turn your passion for plants into a powerful way to support Dorothy House by hosting your very own Open Garden Event!
Whether you’re inviting a few friends and family for an afternoon among the flowers, or throwing open your gates to the public, your event can make a huge difference.
By opening your garden, you’ll be helping ensure that no one in our community has to face death alone.
Ready to get involved?
– Register your interest by clicking the ‘sign up’ button below and our team will be in touch to help you plan the perfect garden event!
Together, let’s grow something beautiful — for our gardens and for our community.
Open Garden at The Retreat near Winsley
Ray and Sheila Bennett held a wonderful Open Gardens at The Retreat near Winsley. They had over 50 visitors on the day who were all provided with a cream tea to enjoy in the beautiful gardens. There was a quiz to guess the age of the tortoise as well as how many coy carp were in the pond! The event raised an incredible £1,345.00.
Open Garden at The Retreat near Winsley
Ray and Sheila Bennett held a wonderful Open Gardens at The Retreat near Winsley. They had over 50 visitors on the day who were all provided with a cream tea to enjoy in the beautiful gardens. There was a quiz to guess the age of the tortoise as well as how many coy carp were in the pond! The event raised an incredible £1,345.00.
Open Garden at The Retreat near Winsley
Ray and Sheila Bennett held a wonderful Open Gardens at The Retreat near Winsley. They had over 50 visitors on the day who were all provided with a cream tea to enjoy in the beautiful gardens. There was a quiz to guess the age of the tortoise as well as how many coy carp were in the pond! The event raised an incredible £1,345.00.
Open Garden at The Retreat near Winsley
Ray and Sheila Bennett held a wonderful Open Gardens at The Retreat near Winsley. They had over 50 visitors on the day who were all provided with a cream tea to enjoy in the beautiful gardens. There was a quiz to guess the age of the tortoise as well as how many coy carp were in the pond! The event raised an incredible £1,345.00.
Open Garden at The Retreat near Winsley
Ray and Sheila Bennett held a wonderful Open Gardens at The Retreat near Winsley. They had over 50 visitors on the day who were all provided with a cream tea to enjoy in the beautiful gardens. There was a quiz to guess the age of the tortoise as well as how many coy carp were in the pond! The event raised an incredible £1,345.00.
Open Garden at Darcy Gardens Care Home Bath
Darcy Gardens Care Home in Bath held an Open Garden on the 24 July 2026 and raised a fantastic £523 in aid of Dorothy House. They invited residents, families, friends, church groups, local businesses and members of the wider Bath community to enjoy the event. Visitors enjoyed garden games, creative activities, a Plant Hospital, floral displays , live music, a raffle and refreshments while exploring the beautifully maintained gardens. A huge thank you to Darcy Gardens for hosting such a wonderful event.
Open Garden at Darcy Gardens Care Home Bath
Darcy Gardens Care Home in Bath held an Open Garden on the 24 July 2026 and raised a fantastic £523 in aid of Dorothy House. They invited residents, families, friends, church groups, local businesses and members of the wider Bath community to enjoy the event. Visitors enjoyed garden games, creative activities, a Plant Hospital, floral displays , live music, a raffle and refreshments while exploring the beautifully maintained gardens. A huge thank you to Darcy Gardens for hosting such a wonderful event.
Open Garden at Darcy Gardens Care Home Bath
Darcy Gardens Care Home in Bath held an Open Garden on the 24 July 2026 and raised a fantastic £523 in aid of Dorothy House. They invited residents, families, friends, church groups, local businesses and members of the wider Bath community to enjoy the event. Visitors enjoyed garden games, creative activities, a Plant Hospital, floral displays , live music, a raffle and refreshments while exploring the beautifully maintained gardens. A huge thank you to Darcy Gardens for hosting such a wonderful event.
Open Garden at Darcy Gardens Care Home Bath
Darcy Gardens Care Home in Bath held an Open Garden on the 24 July 2026 and raised a fantastic £523 in aid of Dorothy House. They invited residents, families, friends, church groups, local businesses and members of the wider Bath community to enjoy the event. Visitors enjoyed garden games, creative activities, a Plant Hospital, floral displays , live music, a raffle and refreshments while exploring the beautifully maintained gardens. A huge thank you to Darcy Gardens for hosting such a wonderful event.
Open Garden at Darcy Gardens Care Home Bath
Darcy Gardens Care Home in Bath held an Open Garden on the 24 July 2026 and raised a fantastic £523 in aid of Dorothy House. They invited residents, families, friends, church groups, local businesses and members of the wider Bath community to enjoy the event. Visitors enjoyed garden games, creative activities, a Plant Hospital, floral displays , live music, a raffle and refreshments while exploring the beautifully maintained gardens. A huge thank you to Darcy Gardens for hosting such a wonderful event.
Open Garden at Darcy Gardens Care Home Bath
Darcy Gardens Care Home in Bath held an Open Garden on the 24 July 2026 and raised a fantastic £523 in aid of Dorothy House. They invited residents, families, friends, church groups, local businesses and members of the wider Bath community to enjoy the event. Visitors enjoyed garden games, creative activities, a Plant Hospital, floral displays , live music, a raffle and refreshments while exploring the beautifully maintained gardens. A huge thank you to Darcy Gardens for hosting such a wonderful event.
Open Garden at Darcy Gardens Care Home Bath
Darcy Gardens Care Home in Bath held an Open Garden on the 24 July 2026 and raised a fantastic £523 in aid of Dorothy House. They invited residents, families, friends, church groups, local businesses and members of the wider Bath community to enjoy the event. Visitors enjoyed garden games, creative activities, a Plant Hospital, floral displays , live music, a raffle and refreshments while exploring the beautifully maintained gardens. A huge thank you to Darcy Gardens for hosting such a wonderful event.
Opening your garden can make a big difference to end of life care
5 fundraising ideas for your Open Garden
Go the extra mile with these ideas to help raise extra funds.
- Plant and pot luck sale: sell small plants or create colourful painted pots to sell.
- Tea and scones: set up a tea and cake area where visitors can relax, chat, and have some refreshments.
- Treasure hunt: hide treasures around the area for young visitors to discover.
- Mini workshops: share gardening skills and knowledge with talks and workshops.
- A garden bake-off: visitors can pay to taste and vote for their favourite cakes.