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'A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and care; it teaches industry and thrift; and above all it teaches trust.

- Gertrude Jekyll

THE SANCTUARY GARDEN

Many writers have been inspired by gardens, and many gardeners have become writers and painters. The garden goes through many transformations in a year, teaching us that all things change. Winter, although it seems dead and cold is one of the richest times, when compost breaks down the leaves for fuel, insects bury themselves to hibernate and multiply and the mould and mycorrhyzal fungi are spreading underground strengthening the health of new growth. The Sanctuary Garden is a place to be, relax and occasionally have talks, music and events.

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The garden at Wishing Tree House in 2013

When Glenys first came in 2013 she was excited to see a blank canvas of lawn. The apple was the only tree in the garden.

"I wanted to run the feeling of a secluded meditation walking garden with a tropical area, huts for studio work and the feeling of quiet creative activity."

"I had the wonderful opportunity to work as a volunteer at Great Dixter in Northiam from 2016 to 2020 when volunteers were laid off due to the pandemic. I soaked up the Dixter ethos. It was my treat of the week, I loved working and learning from the other gardeners and going to the fabulous succession planting talks by Fergus Garret, the head gardener. Everything I know is thanks to them."   

Call now to book a garden event or visit >

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'To plant a garden is to dream of tomorrow'
- Audrey Hepburn
The Sanctuary Garden is open to visitors who want to spend time in meditation, or bring a group for a drawing day, or as part of a residency. You are also invited to contribute to the Wishing Tree Blog on your garden project.  
EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS
Interested in speaking to us about running an event or workshop from our hirable spaces? Call us now for more information and availability. 
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SUPPORT US

Wishing Tree House is the home of artist, teacher, psychotherapist, and facilitator Glenys Jaques who established Wishing Tree House as a creative hub to help benefit the local community. Click on the link below to see how you can support us >
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'Garden', Ink on paper by Glenys Jacques, 2021
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