The 2024 Lady Bay Open Gardens bathed in glorious sunshine, contributing to a record-breaking event!
Over 1,300 adults plus children enjoyed a delightful weekend exploring the diverse gardens, raising a significant amount for worthy causes. The addition of the large number of ‘garden in a wheelbarrow’ entries added lots of interest to the event and enabling more of the community to get involved.
This beloved annual tradition, a mainstay of the Lady Bay summer for 31 years, wouldn’t be possible without the dedicated community spirit. This year, visitors raved about the variety of gardens showcased, the warmth of the hosts’ welcomes, and the delicious refreshments and entertainment. The event was a resounding success, exceeding fundraising goals and donation to the Lady Bay Community Fund and a remarkable £2,000 for the individual garden owners’ chosen charities.
A huge thank you goes to sponsors Rex Gooding and John A Stephens, and especially to all the participating homeowners who generously opened their beautiful gardens.
The dedicated team behind the event is already looking ahead to next year. Mark your calendars for June 21st and 22nd, 2025, coinciding with the summer solstice! To ensure another successful year, they’re seeking 1-2 enthusiastic volunteers to join their friendly steering group. Gardening expertise isn’t required – just a willingness to attend a few meetings and offer support before and during the event weekend.
Interested in joining this vibrant community effort? Contact Victoria Branch at [email protected].
We look forward to seeing you next year at Lady Bay Open Gardens!
To keep up to date with the latest information visit the website at: www.ladybay.co.uk/open-gardens or the facebook page at: www.facebook.com/ladybayopengardens