Open Gardens

Support your local hospice this summer and visit an open garden near you. Supporters across Sussex are kindly opening their gardens to raise funds for Martlets and our sister hospices St Barnabas House and Chestnut Tree House.

Event details

When: Dates between June and October, see all listings below.

Could you open your garden?

Are you a budding botanist, green-fingered gardener or proud of your pond? Opening your garden to visitors is a great way to support your local hospice, while meeting new people and spending quality time in the fresh air.

Get in touch with our community fundraising team if you're interested in taking part - we'd love to hear from you!

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a pretty cottage garden with flowers and mature trees and shrubs

Judy's cottage

Date: Sunday 21 June 2026
Location: Judy’s Cottage, 33 The Plantation, Worthing, West Sussex, BN13 2AE
Opening times: 10am till 3.30pm
Other: No refreshments but plant sale
Admission cost Suggested donation of £5

About this open garden:
Judy Gordon has a charming, medium-sized cottage garden offering year-round interest. Mature trees create a sense of privacy, while the space has been thoughtfully designed and cared for by its owners, whose passion is clear throughout.

Informal beds are filled with a mix of shrubs, perennials, traditional cottage plants, and spring bulbs, creating a relaxed and colourful display. Hidden corners invite exploration, alongside a small fish pond and additional water features.

A delightful log cabin sits slightly elevated, perfectly positioned to take in views across the garden.

Supporting St Barnabas House hospice.

More ways to support Martlets

We rely on the generosity of our amazing community to keep providing our vital services.
 
There are many ways you can support Martlets, from shopping at our charity shops and taking part in our events, to donating and leaving a gift in your Will.

Visit our shops

Find your nearest Martlets charity shop. Shop, donate and recycle while supporting hospice care in your community.

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Give in your Will

A gift in your Will will help us to continue caring for local people with life-limiting conditions for years to come.

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Donate

Our care is free thanks to the generosity of brilliant donors like you. Give today and help Martlets keep caring.

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