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Fast forward 15 years, and this space celebrates looking forward with hope, quiet confidence, and a deep connection with nature. During this time, I benefitted hugely as an outpatient at Oakhaven Hospice, which supported my wellbeing. Handcrafted willow structures, made by me, are paired with a stainless steel fish sculpture, crafted by the renowned local artist Michael Turner. Originally donated for my Oakhaven fundraising event in 2012, I am delighted to incorporate our "Bob" in this border to raise further awareness - completing a "Full Circle" of community, care, and creativity. Locally sourced materials and stock symbolise nourishment, resilience, and sustainability. "Making Every Moment Matter". Award Recognition ------------- - ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/awards/bbc-gardeners-world-live-silver-merit/icon.webp) Silver Merit Award BBC Gardeners World Live The people behind it Designer ---------- - [ ![Claire Booth](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/people/claire-booth/profile_photo.webp?v=8576482f-c03e-4165-8ffe-d5182c8fc81c) Claire Booth Designer ](https://gardensdb.com/people/claire-booth) Photography Gallery --------- ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/2a24ee06-ec7f-4662-aa04-dca35e107eee/conversions/PXL_20260503_122357807-gallery.webp) ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/4dc374f7-6f90-4a3b-abc2-4824a33700a9/conversions/PXL_20260503_122400871.MP-gallery.webp) ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/93432c27-d1dc-405a-a2f1-6fef0303354c/conversions/PXL_20260503_122408888-gallery.webp) ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/e99ec5ea-cd49-4637-a672-c56637c1aa7d/conversions/primary_image-(5)-gallery.webp) ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/dfc49668-796d-443d-ba51-253384d117fe/conversions/Bob-Planet-2-gallery.webp) ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/0fbb3a1b-eab1-4d64-a111-169141a09c87/conversions/Bob-Top-Down-gallery.webp) ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/58c14ca6-22bd-434d-9ee0-ecb7147b0412/conversions/IMG_0853-gallery.webp) ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/b1f8c5a7-1e94-4c83-8dac-a5b66290e5ac/conversions/IMG_0856-gallery.webp) ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/c8053892-8619-4ac8-9701-e3a6d89eb7f3/conversions/IMG_0860-gallery.webp) ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/5ecf4177-0648-4241-9158-9ed65d8768df/conversions/IMG_0862-gallery.webp) ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/e00bf501-edcd-43b9-9c38-4b03651cbb0d/conversions/PXL_20260503_122413893-gallery.webp) ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/4c926c28-74c5-4343-8c85-1278c4136d30/conversions/PXL_20260503_122353473-gallery.webp) ![]() / Photo: Brought to life by Organisations --------------- ### Sponsors 2 - [ ![Readyhedge](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/companies/readyhedge/logo.webp) Readyhedge ](https://gardensdb.com/companies/readyhedge) - [ ![Bradstone](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/companies/bradstone/logo.webp) Bradstone ](https://gardensdb.com/companies/bradstone) ![](/images/leaf_icon.svg) Gardens**DB** The world's largest collection of show gardens online, kept free, kept current, and shaped by the community that uses it. 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