St Helens Castle Garden visit (morning session) | PO33 1XY
Cultural Experiences
By kind permission of the owners, Jason and Kate Gatenby, you are invited to experience the inspiring garden and vistas of St Helens Castle.
With limited tickets available across x2 sessions (AM & PM), the visit is being offered in aid of urgent repairs of St Helen's Church roof.
The visit will include an introductory talk by Kate Gatenby (@11.30am) and delicious homemade cake, tea and refreshments will be served.
Please note:
Tickets must be purchased in advance (sales close midnight 19th June) @ £20 per person/£22 including Gift Aid (free entry for children under 14, accompanied by an adult)
Parking will be available on East Green, St Helen’s Green – access off Mill Road PO33 1UD
Paths are accessible for disabled people; the nearest accessible toilet is next to the front entrance of The Pavilion, middle Green (wheelchair access from Upper Green Road) - this is a short walk from the entrance to St Helens Castle Garden
No dogs allowed
Ticket holders are invited to roam freely in the Garden but there will be no access to the House or Pavilion
Children must be supervised
St Helens Castle Garden
The Garden was originally laid out in 1866 and some of the original trees and paths remain. In the last nine years the owners have restored much of the original landscape while also introducing new ideas. Visitors can enjoy vistas of the restored Castle, the award-winning Saltmarsh House, and the restored greenhouses and follies. The garden includes a fernery with pond and a kitchen garden and affords stunning views of Brading, Bembridge and Culver Down.
The Friends of St Helen’s Church, Isle of Wight -
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charity number 1202450)
Steeped in history, this church 'on the hill' has been here since 1717, replacing the 'old church' down on St Helens Duver which was largely washed away by storms. An active place of worship and hub for the community, St Helen's holds a special place for many in the village and beyond. The PCC and newly appointed Priest-in-Charge, Reverend Karen Wilson, are committed to its role as an Eco-Church (receiving a gold award in recognition of their environmental efforts), the Community Fridge Project which supports the people of St Helens with access to free food, and there are plans for a 'Kids Shed' linked to the churchyard.
The Friends of St Helen's Church (charity number 1202450) has been established to protect this important pillar of the community. The building is in need of urgent maintenance and, with limited resources, we need your help. Funds raised through the sale of tickets to the St Helens Castle garden visit and donations will be put towards the restoration of the church roof, which requires vital repairs.
Information Source: Friends of St Helens Church | eventbrite