Turning a new leaf Charity in the Rose Garden

We were thrilled to receive our beautiful Fundraising Tree in March 2022 which has been specially made for us, as a replica of the school’s crest. With each leaf that is purchased, the sculpture evolves into a flourishing tree and the money raised will help to restore one of the school’s most beautiful assets – the Rose Garden.

We know that many overseas boarders who came to visit for the first time when deciding which school to choose, made the decision because of the beautiful grounds. We also know that the current pupils love to wander through and play there and in addition it is home to wildlife and ancient trees, and this is why we want to ensure it is restored to its former glory. Jo Halford, archivist, has done extensive research in the archive and as well as help from local gardeners, we have a plan in place to bring the garden back to life, but still in keeping with the original design, thought to have been inspired by Gertrude Jeykl. We are so lucky to be able to draw inspiration from accounts in the archive and with your help we will transform the garden.

"The garden has looked beautiful all through the term and was at its best for the two garden parties. The first of these took place on June 10th, when the pinks and the laburnums were better than we have ever seen them before…

The second garden party was on July 4th, when, the chief features of colour were the roses and flame-coloured antirrhinums."

Excerpt from the PF Magazine, Summer Term, 1914