Everyone agreed it was simply a wonderful community spirit that was present both before and on the day.

Our aim to make the event more attractive to youngsters and families paid off with so many of them having a go at hooking ducks, Hoopla-ing, bashing the rat or having their faces painted. 

The raffle was AMAZING with many generous donations given.

For a full list, visit the DONORS & SPONSORS page.  

This year's Open Gardens was a roaring success and the feedback has been wonderful. Homeowners, visitors and the team of helpers all reported that the two days showed our community spirirt at its best.

We also raised our best-ever amount so thanks to everyone involved. 

Autumn Show 2023

(September 30th)

Competition entries covered a range of categories such as best vegetables and fruit, flowers, flower arranging, cookery and photography. There were also childrens’ entry sections too.

Additional stalls included Colemans Hatch Bowling Club, Tombola, Poetry Tent, 'Feel the sock' and of course, refreshments.

Winners are listed on the Cup Winners' page and there are also some fantastic images in the Gallery pages. 

Open Gardens 2023

  (May 20_th & 21_st)

This year's event was a real success. We had lots of visitors to the beauticul gardens that our very kind residents from the area made avaiable.

And we were blessed with some fantastic weather!

Visit our gallery to see images of the gardens. 

The Open Gardens page contains a review of the event and a poem, 'In this place', by Jenny Lynne Sessions aka Jen-ix which was kindly passed to us by Sarah and Oliver in celebration of the Open Gardens 2023.