The Dolly Robertson Trust
Dolly Robertson created her garden over 60yrs ago and it has been
organic ever since. She made used raised vegetable beds which she gardened
from her wheelchair until her death in 2004. Her daughter Mary, now manages
the garden, 24ft X 70ft, which is designed for disabled visitors, who
want to take an active part in gardening. It is a loved
garden.
Mary wanted to ensure Dollys hard work
and determination was not forgotten, and equally share the delights that
Dolly had found in her garden. So, Mary decided to set up a Trust in
memory of her Mother and earlier this year, 2005, approached BATH
(Bromley Association of People with Disabilities) to ask whether BATH
would be able to administer the Trust for Dollys Garden. Without
question, BATH was more than happy to accept the challenge and took
immediate steps to guarantee Mary that Dolly Trust was in safe hands.
Already the Trust is proven to be a
success under BATH's administration. Each year, Mary, and the
Langley Park Beckenham Rotary Club,
between them organise a Fete at
Coolings Nursery. The
event is to promote awareness for disabled gardeners with a
prize being donated to the successful entrant of the days competition.
Dolly's Garden
43 Layhams Road
West Wickham
Kent
BR4 9HD
Private visits welcome by appt.
020 8462 4196
email: mary.elaine@virgin.net
Where are we:-
4m S of Bromley, off A232. Semi-detached house recognisable by small
sunken flower garden in the front. Opp Wickham Court Farm
Directions
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