Gardens that bring people together

Summer got off to a blooming start for our Open Gardens, with supporters raising more than £6,100 so far this season to help fund outstanding hospice care across our community.

But Open Gardens are about so much more than beautiful borders and colourful blooms. They bring neighbours, friends and families together, creating welcoming spaces where people can relax, chat over tea and cake, and enjoy the simple pleasure of spending time outdoors, all while supporting a vital local cause.

Every garden has its own story, and we’re incredibly grateful to everyone who has opened their gates this year.

Doug’s incredible fundraising success

Doug transformed his garden into a fantastic family day out, complete with children’s activities, delicious homemade cakes and plenty of space for visitors to enjoy the sunshine. Thanks to the generosity of everyone who came along, he raised an amazing £2,106 for Princess Alice Hospice.

Jean’s community celebration

Jean brought together friends and family to create a wonderful community event, with stalls selling homemade cakes, delicious jams and carefully nurtured plants. Their hard work, warm welcome and teamwork helped raise an outstanding £4,005 for Princess Alice Hospice, a fantastic achievement that shows what can happen when a community comes together for a great cause.

Could you open your garden?

Whether you have a cottage garden bursting with colour, a modern outdoor space or a hidden green oasis, hosting an Open Garden is a rewarding way to bring your community together while supporting us.

Host an Open Garden

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Alain Bakas

We will never be able to thank the team at Princess Alice Hospice enough for the love, care, dignity, and compassion they showed our papa and our whole family. They cared for my papa for a month, and then welcomed him back again for his final 8 days before he passed on 3rd April 2026. Every single member of staff became like family to us during the hardest time of our lives. Their kindness, patience, support, and genuine compassion will stay in our hearts and minds forever. They not only cared for our papa with dignity and respect, but they also supported all of us emotionally every step of the way. We are so grateful for everything they did for our papa and for the comfort they brought him in his final days. Thank you again to the entire team for the incredible work you do every day. You are truly special people, and we will never forget you.

Darek Kubik

The shop in Claygate on Parade is well run and stocked place. The manager Mrs Roheana is helpful and friendly person...well done

Nicola Jeebaun

So grateful for the kind and caring team at Easher. They supported us so much while spending our last days with mum Will always be grateful From the Greenaway family

Stephen Nicholson

I'm deeply grateful for the exceptional care and support provided by Princess Alice Hospice in Esher. Their warm and helpful staff made a significant difference during a difficult time after losing my grandfather to prostate cancer in July 2017. The bereavement team and therapy offered were invaluable in helping me cope with the loss and navigate my grief. I'm thankful for their kindness and dedication. Massive shout out to Lynne my bereavement councillor who was incredible with me, I’ll never forget you.

Jo G

My Mum was there for 3 weeks before she passed away in Nov . The staff and level of care was amazing, she was loved by the staff. They couldn't of done more for her. Myself and my sister were also supported. We donated a large memorial feather in our Mums memory. It's such a shame that most if their funding comes from donations.

Robert Crapnell

1st class care for my wife, I will never forget the care and attention. My will has provsion to say thank you.

Ruby Bhurji

My dad passed away in jan 26th 2005. The staff was amazing. So supportive through our difficult times. They really looked after dad. They always had a smile on their faces. So grateful for everything they did for dad and us. Just want to say a big thank you and keep up with all the hard work you all do.

Rosanna Stech

The call out night service team of Princess Alice were amazing with my Granny in her last few days. She was able to stay in her own home and have their amazing team look after her when we called them. I would like to especially say a big thank you to Camilla who was always so cheerful, professional and put us at ease when we really needed it. She would remember our family members names despite being called out to a number of houses every evening and was always a reassuring voice when she answered the phone. She made a real difference to my Granny’s end of life and I wouldn’t have wanted her to be under any other care. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

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