Staff at Stamford Hospital could be treated to a wellbeing garden thanks to a project calling for donations.
The aim is to provide NHS employees with a boost after 18 months’ hard work during the Covid-19 pandemic – and to help them get through busy times ahead as they catch up with appointments.
While the idea to spruce up the courtyard garden began through a conversation between nursing staff, it quickly developed into something more exciting thanks to the involvement of Sam Kettle from Stamford Landscapes.
The professional garden designer, who has worked on events such as the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, spotted a post about the garden on social media and got in touch with Sarah Moss, deputy sister for Stamford Hospital outpatients.
He measured up before producing a garden design which includes covered pergola seating areasfor use in all weathers, raised flower and vegetable beds, and a central feature.
“The seating areas provide seclusion, so staff can go there to relax without being…
