Hatch House open garden raises over £25k for Salisbury Hospice

Wednesday, 4 September 2024 05:55

The annual Open Garden event at Hatch House, which took place on Saturday 31st August, saw an impressive turnout, with hundreds of attendees gathering to support Salisbury Hospice Charity.

The event, graciously hosted by Sir Henry and Lady Rumbold and organised by the dedicated Tisbury Fundraising Committee, was a resounding success. Through various activities the event raised over £25,000. This significant amount will contribute to the invaluable services provided Salisbury Hospice, which offers compassionate care and support to patients and their families in the local community.

A large crowd of visitors were delighted to explore a variety of marquees brimming with exquisite vintage and designer pre-loved clothing and complemented by an impressive array of accessories. The popular men's clothing marquee added to the excitement, making the gardens a treasure trove of fantastic finds. From stylish apparel to antiques, collectables, household items, children’s toys, books and a raffle there was something to delight everyone. As visitors wandered through the scenic surroundings, they indulged in an assortment of treats, including cakes, teas, local bread, a delicious Compton McRae BBQ, Pimms and ice cream.

Salisbury Hospice Charity extends its heartfelt thanks to Sir Henry and Lady Rumbold for kindly welcoming us, once again, to the beautiful grounds of Hatch House. Special recognition goes to Lady Rumbold, her family, and her dedicated team of helpers for the countless hours spent organising the sale items, as well as to the Tisbury Fundraising Committee for their exceptional efforts in running the event. We also deeply appreciate the many volunteers whose hard work ensured everything went smoothly and are very grateful to everyone who donated items and attended the event.

Lady Rumbold, had the following to say:“What a great result! What started as a little event with two ladies emptying their wardrobes and selling the contents to raise some money for charity has grown into a huge team effort which will make a difference to local people supported by Salisbury
Hospice. It is such an uplifting experience which draws the community together for social benefit as well as the obvious financial one.”

Tamsin Murley, Community Fundraiser for Salisbury Hospice Charity added: “I am delighted to announce the incredible total raised and wish to express our huge gratitude to Sir Henry & Lady Rumbold and their family, together with our Tisbury Fundraising Committee and all the many volunteers who worked tirelessly over many weeks and without whom the Open Garden would not happen. The continued support shown by Sir Henry & Lady Rumbold and their family and friends is phenomenal and they are, without doubt, the heart and soul of this event.”

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