Release Date: 16/05/2008
A chance to visit a superb organic garden, and raise money for charity at the same time, will be offered when Whitton Community Resource Centre, in Britannia Lane, throws open its garden gates to the public on Wednesday, 4 June, as part of the National Garden Scheme.
Visitors will be able to see the 180ft organic garden, which is maintained by staff and people with learning disabilities whose day centre occupies the remainder of the site, between 11am – 3pm.
There is a £2 admission charge, with all money going to a variety of charities.
There will be a chance to view the gardens, which feature a wildlife pond, butterfly garden and a bed of shrubs and roses, enjoy refreshments and buy plants.
The centre, which is funded by Richmond Council, offers support and guidance to people in the borough with learning disabilities.
The National Garden Scheme is a nationwide initiative which encourages people and organisations to open their gardens to visitors for one day of the year to benefit charity. Since its inception in 1927, the scheme has raised over £40m.
Richmond Council’s Cabinet Member for Adult Services, Health and Housing, Cllr Denise Carr, said:
“We’re delighted to support the National Garden Scheme, the eighth year in a row we have done so.
“The garden at Whitton CRC is a real treat and congratulations must go to the staff and day centre users who put in so much effort looking after it.
“The day is also an excellent chance to look at the superb work the centre does for people with learning disabilities. I encourage people to attend.”
For more information about the event contact Ian McKinnon on 020 8898 4949