As I write, our “Award Winning” garden is a quagmire. Attempting to prune an overhanging fuchsia I slipped and fell face down into a muddy, overflowing pond. The newts were not amused. Nor was I. The Lady of Shalott I was not!
Earl and I are banking on the power of nature to recover and restore to beauty a lawn that looks as if it has been trampled by a herd of heifers, not to mention the puddles of pee dotted around by our new puppy Lottie. Come and witness for yourselves whether our faith is justified.
We on the other hand, tend to see what still needs to be done. Even after almost 30 years it is still a challenge. We could not achieve what we do without the support of a brilliant team of helpers, our NGS “Family” whose enthusiasm is tangible. The bonus is knowing our efforts help numerous people experiencing often gruelling times supported by our charities. The NGS is a main benefactor to Macmillan Cancer Support, Marie Curie, Hospice UK, Parkinson’s UK, Carer’s Trust, QNI and other Gardens and Health charities. In 2023 our garden raised a record £8,500 contributing to £3,403,960 donated overall.
Do come and join us, relax with cake and tea in our Oriental Tea House, buy plants at our mega plant sale, peruse our pottery studio, find a unique gift, or some cards. Dogs are welcome on leads. A unique experience awaits, and a warm welcome whatever the weathe
For more information go to NGS website and to find other local gardens to explore.
NGS Garden Open for Charity
Sundays 2-6.30pm
April 28th
June 30th
August 4th
Adm. £5 (children FREE) Cash preferred but card reader on gate.
April -October: visits by arrangement for groups of 10+
5 St Regis Close
Alexandra Park Rd
London
N10 2DE
