Penny Brohn UK

About Penny Brohn UK

The 3½ acre garden overlooking the River Avon provides a fine setting for an elegant Georgian mansion which is now the national centre of the Penny Brohn UK charity. The tranquil garden features many fine mature trees, a ¾ acre wildflower meadow, courtyard gardens with fountains, a flower garden and lovely views over the surrounding countryside.

The house was built in 1725 and became the home of Henry Bright, a wealthy Bristol merchant. The house remained in private ownership until 1895 and for the next 105 years was the Ham Green hospital. Penny Brohn UK purchased the building and after refurbishment and extension works, the charity moved into its new home in 2006.

Penny Brohn UK is the leading charity in the UK providing support, alongside medical treatment, to help people make important changes to the way they live. The garden, which is maintained by a team of 25 volunteers, plays an active role in the charity’s ‘Living Well with Cancer’ approach as it provides our clients with a peaceful and calm space for quiet reflection and connection with nature in this difficult and stressful time of their lives. More information available at www.pennybrohn.org.uk

The tranquil cloister garden lies in the heart of the building with a fine Japanese acer donated by our patron, HRH Prince of Wales. Another courtyard garden features a beautiful modern fountain and sundial designed by David Harber. The flower garden and summerhouse built in 2012 is maturing well.

Tours of the building and information about the work of the charity will be available. Teas, cakes, plants for sale, bee-keeping demonstration and music. Plenty of outside space to bring and enjoy a picnic. Our Wellbeing shop will be open.