A series of garden openings will once again raise funds for Hospiscare.

The Hospiscare Open Gardens scheme, supported by Otter Garden Centres, invites people to explore gardens across Devon in return for a donation to the charity.

Gardens will open from now through September, each offering a unique opportunity to enjoy floral displays, exchange gardening tips, and support end-of-life care.

Several gardens in East Devon will open their gates to visitors.

The Old Rectory in Awliscombe, near Honiton, will open on May 24.

In Colyton, visitors can explore The Pollinator Garden at Blackberry Honey Farm on June 6.

Three gardens in Exmouth will open on Thursday, May 30- Serendipity at 6 Halsdon Avenue; Haynford at 8 Salsfordown Road on June 14; and Aldborough Court Gardens at 21 Douglas Avenue on August 1.

Coldharbour Farmhouse in Ottery St Mary will also take part, opening to the public on August 1.

The scheme features a wide variety of gardens, from large estates to cottage gardens, with many offering refreshments such as tea, coffee, and homemade cakes.

Laura Robertson, fundraising projects manager at Hospiscare, said: “Once again, we are incredibly grateful to our main sponsor, Otter Garden Centres, for their continued and generous support.

“This year marks the 10th anniversary of their partnership with us, and in that time, the event has truly ‘blossomed’ into something very special.

“It’s a wonderful community event, bringing people together while raising vital funds that make a real difference to the end-of-life care we can provide for patients and families across our local area.”

Through its support and related fundraising activities, Otter Garden Centres has helped raise almost £50,000 for Hospiscare.

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