Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw, Cumbria’s Children’s Hospice, have announced the return of their cherished annual event, Garden of Memories, a meaningful way to honour someone special while supporting local hospice care.
Each August, the hospice welcomes the community to take part in a gathering of remembrance and to dedicate names of loved ones.
Anyone from Cumbria is invited to take part by giving a gift to help provide care and comfort to those with life-shortening conditions.
Those taking part have the opportunity to remember their loved one by having their name displayed in the garden surrounded by forget-me-not flowers, new for 2025.
Darcie Dawe, engagement fundraiser at Eden Valley Hospice, said: “Garden of Memories is a meaningful way for families to celebrate someone close to their heart, while helping others receive the care they deserve.
“Every donation made in memory of a loved one helps us continue to provide dignity and comfort to people across our community.”
The hospice will host a special unveiling on Sunday August 3 at 2.30pm in the hospice gardens, where families, friends, and neighbours are invited to gather, enjoy the surroundings, and celebrate the lives of those they hold dear.
The forget-me-nots will remain on display throughout the month.
Darcie added: “Your generosity is the reason we’re here. Without you, there would be no Garden of Memories, no specialised hospice care – just a gap where compassion should be. Thank you for making this possible.”
All are welcome to attend and are encouraged to share the invitation with others. Contributions made as part of the Garden of Memories directly support the hospice’s work with adults and children with life-limiting conditions.
To make a dedication or learn more, visit https://www.edenvalleyhospice.org/support-us/garden-of-memories/ or call on 01228 81761
