Shooting Star Children's Hospices, Christopher's

Shooting Star Children’s Hospices are a leading children’s hospice charity supporting over 700 children and their families, across Surrey and West London, 365 days a yr. The gardens at the Guildford Hospice are enjoyed by families year-round, having been specifically designed with the needs of children in mind, from adapted play equipment and sensory trails to tranquil open areas for remembrance and reflection. They are maintained by a dedicated team of volunteer gardeners.

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Lucy Hooper

Shooting Star Children's Hospices, Christopher's

About Shooting Star Children's Hospices, Christopher's

The memorial garden, known as the Willow Garden, was designed by Selina Botham of Designs for all Seasons Ltd, in 2014. It is a re-creation of a design that won RHS Silver and the coveted People’s Choice – Best in Show at the RHS Hampton Court Flower Show 2014. Featuring trees with bronze leaves, it was created as a restful and restorative space for bereaved families.

In 2022, Shooting Star Children’s Hospices were delighted to welcome a second award winning garden, courtesy of wealth-management company Brewin Dolphin. The sustainability inspired garden, created by Paul Hervey-Brookes was repurposed from his RHS Chelsea Flower Show silver-medal winning entry, with the designer and a team of volunteers personally replanting the garden at the hospice over several days.

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Shooting Star Children's Hospices, Christopher's features

Cashless
Newly Opened This Year
Refreshments
Wheelchair access

Location details

Shooting Star Children's Hospices,
Christopher's,
Guildford,
Surrey,
GU3 1LP

Directions to Shooting Star Children's Hospices, Christopher's
Situated next to Artington Park & Ride. Christopher’s signage shown at entrance. Take 1st exit at the r'about if coming from Guildford or 3rd exit at the r'about if coming from Peasmarsh.