v GROW YOUR BUSINESS WITH THE HERALD v 8th October 2026 • The HERALD • Page 59 DOWN THE GARDEN PATH SPADEWORK Family Landscaping & Fencing Team ] Decking & Natural Sandstone Paving ] Patios ] Driveways ] Block Paving ] Turfing ] All Types of Domestic & Commercial Fencing ] Security Fencing Supplied & Fitted Tel: (023) 8089 4909 Mobile: 07703 566814 u Free Estimates u Fully Insured • All types of trees expertly felled, topped & pruned • Stump Grinding • Hedges pruned & trimmed • Lawns Laid • Fencing & garden work • Rubbish Clearance • Patios & drives jet-washed • Patios & Drives resurfaced or replaced Registerd Waste Carrier Licence CBDU374716 H Fully Insured H Evening: 01794 522092 Daytime Mobile: 07511 863693 Email: treefellers@gmx.com Fred Hurst 023 8084 2191 or 07761 467217 • Grass Cutting • Garden Clearance • Hedge Cutting • Fallen Trees Cleared • Mini Digger Hire with Operator • Property Clearance • Small Demolition • Tractor Flail Cutting FULLY INSURED v FREE QUOTATIONS Gardeners Turn Photographers For New Furzey Gardens Inclusive Exhibition Supported gardeners at Furzey Gardens have stepped behind the camera for a new outdoor photography exhibition celebrating nature, creativity and the places that mean the most to them. Nature through my eyes is open at Furzey Gardens until 2nd November, inviting visitors to enjoy a gentler autumn visit with winding paths, seasonal colour, cosy tearoom treats and a photography exhibition with a story behind it. Furzey Gardens is part of Minstead Trust, which supports people with neuro disabilities to build skills, independence and con dence through practical, creative and work-based opportunities. At Furzey Gardens this includes gardening, hospitality, retail, nursery work and new creative projects that help people contribute to the life of the gardens in visible and valued ways. Visitors are encouraged to pre-book their visit online and allow time to enjoy the exhibition, explore the gardens and visit the tea rooms. e project has been supported by Hampshire Flag, whose sponsorship has helped bring the outdoor exhibition to life. e exhibition has been created by people with neuro disabilities supported by Minstead Trust, the charity behind Furzey Gardens. rough gently guided photography sessions, each person was invited to choose a part of the gardens that mattered to them and capture it from their own point of view. Some chose flowers they love. Some chose quiet corners. Others photographed places where they spend time learning, working, planting and caring for the garden. Each photograph is displayed with a short caption from the photographer, sharing why they chose their image and what Furzey means to them. Supported gardener, David says: “I liked the design of my picture and the textures. It was enjoyable to do. I love working in our cottage garden and Picking Patch, watering and picking the fruit and vegetables for the cafe.” e exhibition is designed to o er visitors a fresh way to experience Furzey in autumn, while also showing the skills, con dence and creativity that can grow when people are given the right opportunities. Visitors will be able to explore the exhibition on the top lawn, read the stories behind the photographs, then wander through the gardens and take their own nature-inspired photograph for a visitor competition. e winning entry will be chosen by the group who helped create the exhibition and will be on display in the tea rooms. Alongside the exhibition, Furzey Gardens will continue to o er visitors plenty to enjoy throughout the season, from autumn colour and woodland walks to the tea rooms, plant sales and the garden’s much-loved quirky character. e exhibition is also expected to appeal to local photography and art groups, as well as adults with special educational needs, families, carers and community groups interested in seeing how creativity, nature and meaningful opportunity can support con dence and self-expression. Supported gardener, Katie says: “I enjoyed the photography session, we should do another one soon! I liked taking the pictures. I took my photo because potting on is my favourite thing to do in the nursery. I love looking at the plant sales and seeing what’s selling!” Nature through my eyes exhibition at Furzey Gardens Supported gardener, David Supported gardener Katie
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