Launching the garden interpretation
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Launching the garden interpretation
On Saturday we had a little party to launch the new garden interpretation. The signage highlights features which are faithful to Tudor garden design and the plants that were grown in England in the 16th century. Over the years, our part-time gardener, Jaego has cultivated a Parterre, Kitchen Garden, Topiary, a wildflower, and woodland areas. Although beautiful, we would often get questions about the garden due to lack of signage. The new interpretation explains elements of the garden, how we've drawn on the historic period, and illustrates Tudor life and horticulture.
The event was also a celebration of our volunteers who give so much to the museum. It was lovely to have so many of them and their families and friends there on the day enjoying sandwiches, cake, and craft. Thanks to Amy's Art Club, everyone had the chance to decorate a tote bag using fruit and vegetables to print their designs. It was lots of fun and a nice keepsake.
The new signage is part of a wider garden project to make it a more welcoming space for visitors and the community, promoting learning, enjoyment, and wellbeing. As part of this we took the opportunity to increase voluntary activity. For over the past year we have welcomed several new garden volunteers. They are a great support with maintenance, planting, labelling plants and herbs in the kitchen garden, and building a bug hotel. Special thanks to the garden volunteers, Mary, Karen, and Martin for cutting the ribbon at the launch.
The garden has always been a beautiful, inspiring space, but the new interpretation invites our visitors and the community to learn about the importance and history of outdoor spaces and the environment.
Our gratitude to the Edward Cadbury Trust for funding the garden interpretation.