WORCESTER will see hundreds of handcrafted snowdrops on the lawns around The Hive this summer.
In August, St Richard’s Hospice will celebrate its 40th year of caring for patients and their loved ones across Worcestershire with a stunning display of handcrafted snowdrops.
The Celebration Garden will be installed on the lawns around The Hive, Worcester, from Friday, August 9 to Monday, August 26.
The garden will feature hundreds of snowdrops, each a floral emblem of the hospice, meticulously crafted by Ed Alvis of Metal Art UK at his workshop near Evesham.
The public is encouraged to commemorate someone or something special by dedicating one of these snowdrops.
After the display, each snowdrop can be taken home as a keepsake or a gift.
Emily Gicquel from Kidderminster, who will be dedicating a snowdrop to her late mother, said: “When my mum spent her last five days at St Richard’s, myself and my children, Olivia and James, learned what a good death looked like.
“We found a place where an amazing team makes magical memories every day and we made a promise to ourselves that we’d help make sure that care continues for others.
“That’s why we support Celebration Garden each year because, as well as being able to remember and celebrate our precious mum and nan, we’re also helping the hospice put its arms around more people like us.
“It’s always really moving when you see all the sculptures together and realize that hundreds of local people are all united in celebrating someone special.”
Laura Clarke, Hospice Campaigns Fundraiser, added: “Our 2024 Celebration Garden will once again create a memorable focal point for celebration and reflection in the heart of the city.
“Snowdrops are very special to us at the hospice because of the hope that they symbolize when they break ground each year, reminding us that brighter days are coming.
“In our 40th anniversary year, it felt right that this year’s sculpture was a snowdrop, and we know they’ll look lovely alongside sunflowers, butterflies, and bees from previous years.”
Contributions will support St Richard’s Hospice in continuing to provide essential care to patients, their families, and bereaved people throughout Worcestershire.
Donors will have the opportunity to pick up their snowdrop from The Hive gardens at the end of the display, collect from the hospice, or receive it by post after the installation is dismantled.
To secure a snowdrop, visit St Richard’s Hospice Celebration Garden or call the Fundraising Team on 01905 763963.
