2020 Gardens and People Award

For charities that can show how they have enhanced the lives of their residents by providing gardening and/or outdoor activities.

 Jesus Hospital, Ravenscroft Lodge, The London Borough of Barnet

The project included seven single storey almshouses at an existing almshouse development with extensive external works and landscaping. Each property has an area of flower beds for the residents to maintain and enjoy.

 The Eleanor Hirst Trust, Wilshaw, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire

During 2018/2019 substantial refurbishment of the almshouses was undertaken, with considerable care taken to ensure the character of the listed buildings was retained. The gardens and views are spectacular and allow a community spirit to thrive.

 Coventry Church (Municipal) Charities, Bond’s Lodge, Coventry, West Midlands

The trustees are fully aware of the benefits a garden can bring to residents and visitors. The city centre site provides a place of tranquillity and beauty. A living wall was installed which creates a green ‘lung’ within the courtyard area and is much admired.

 Wivenhoe Housing Trust, Jonathan Feedham Court, Wivenhoe, Essex

Trustees turned an existing drab courtyard into a beautiful communal space. Ambitious plans were agreed to make the courtyard a better space for residents to relax and socialise, as well as promote physical health through exercise and mental wellbeing by taking a greater interest in gardening