We are delighted to have been given the opportunity to raise funds by selling teas, coffees and a selection of delicious homemade cakes and savouries at this NEW for 2025 NGS open gardens event.

This is a group of six city centre front gardens and a vibrant community garden on a charming historic street of Georgian terraced houses. Starting at the top of the square, the community garden is in full sun, packed with plants, and boasts colour throughout the year. As you move along the street, you go from sun-loving plants in the sunny gardens of nos. 3, 11A and 15, to shade-loving plants under overarching trees in gardens 35, 37 and 39 at the end of the street. Each garden has its own individual and unique charm.

Entry to the gardens costs £6.00 for adults and children under 12 are free. Advance tickets can be purchased at the link below, or you can pay on the day by cash or card.

• Plants for sale
• Wheelchair access
• Closest parking: Chantry Place or NCP next to the Bus Station

We are excited to have partnered with Global Adventure Challenges to bring you the National 3 Peaks Challenge. By taking part in this once-in-a-lifetime event, you will support our work enhancing the experience of patients and their families receiving care at Priscilla Bacon Lodge.

From the rugged beauty of the Glen Nevis Valley, to the forests and estuaries of the stunning Snowdonia National Park, join the team at Global Adventure Challenges for one almighty trekking challenge.

You’ll take on Ben Nevis, (1,345m), Scafell Pike, (978m), and Snowdon, (1,085m), aiming to summit all three in a total trekking time of 15 hours or less. You’ll climb around 3,050 metres and walk approximately 22 miles, so grit and determination are essential to completing this fast-paced challenge! It’s little wonder this challenge is the most highly-regarded trekking challenge in the UK.

Find out more and book your place at the link below. Just click on ‘UK Treks’!

We are delighted to have been chosen to benefit from funds raised with the sale of refreshments at this NGS open garden event. We will be there selling teas, coffees and a selection of delicious homemade cakes and savouries.

Entry to the garden costs £6.00 for adults and children are free.

A two acre tranquil garden surrounding Manor House, (not open), that has been developed by the owners for over 30 years. Mature trees, colourful herbaceous borders, dell garden, potager style vegetable plot, pond, a 15 acre wild meadow walk and wonderful thatched C18 barn.

Wheelchair access to teas and terrace overlooking garden.

Book ahead at the link below, or just turn up on the day.

We are delighted to be returning to the beautiful Stody Lodge Gardens for a third year to raise funds by selling teas, coffees and a selection of delicious homemade cakes and savouries.

Stody Lodge has teamed up with local auction house and antique valuers, Bishop & Miller, to host an “Antiques Roadshow” style affair for the second year running. The team of specialists will offer free valuations of small, portable items such as paintings, jewellery, watches, silverware, medals, coins, ceramics and textiles. Anyone curious for a valuation is encouraged to bring portable items to see what they might be worth – treasures are sure to be discovered!

Entry to the garden costs £9.00 for adults and children under 12 are free. Advance tickets can be purchased at the link below, or you can pay on the gate by cash or card.

The full 14-acres of Stody Lodge’s renowned rhododendron gardens are at visitors’ disposal, alongside admiring the wonderful antiques that are being valued on the main lawn.

• Free car park
• Dogs on leads welcome
• Plants for sale (cash only)
• Toilets on-site
• Good disabled access to almost all areas of the gardens

We are delighted to have been chosen to benefit from funds raised with the sale of refreshments at this NGS open garden event. We will be there selling teas, coffees and a selection of delicious homemade cakes and savouries.

Entry to the garden costs £5.00 for adults and children are free.

The garden at Bishop’s House is a four acre walled garden dating back to the 12th Century. Extensive lawns with specimen trees. Borders with many rare and unusual shrubs. Spectacular herbaceous borders flanked by yew hedges. Rose beds underplanted with hosts, meadow labyrinth, organic kitchen garden, herb garden and bamboo walk.

• Plants for sale.
• Cashless payment available.
• Wheelchair accessible over gravel paths and some slopes.

Book ahead at the link below, or just turn up on the day.

Get ready for the Inflatable 5K – a fun-filled, action-packed run like no other!

Imagine bouncing, sliding, and jumping your way through 30 massive inflatables, all while raising funds for the Priscilla Bacon Hospice Charity.

Grab your friends, family, and colleagues for a day of laughter and fun. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-timer, this epic event is designed for everyone. There is no pressure – run, walk, or bounce your way around the course.

Finishers receive a medal and goody bag.

Our group start time is 11:30am, but if this doesn’t suit you, please just let us know and you are welcome to set off separately at a different time.

If you can raise at least £125 in sponsorship, we can offer you a FREE place and branded t-shirt or vest!

If you would like children’s places, we can discuss this with you when you enquire.

Please e-mail our Community Fundraiser, Emma, at emmavenier@priscillabaconhospice.org.uk, or call 01603 854102 to book your place.