News and blogs - Minstead Trust

Tricia’s story: Leaving a gift in her Will to Minstead Trust

Tricia has done something amazing and pledged a gift in her Will to support people with learning disabilities at Minstead Trust.

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Big Give 2023

Learning disability fundraiser seeks to transform lives

A south coast charity is seeking to raise thousands of pounds to help people with learning disabilities to deal with trauma and live their life, their way.

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Minstead Trust Showcase Awards 2023

Our annual showcase awards celebrate the remarkable successes of the people we support.

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Looking back, planning ahead – CEO Adam Dodd

Watch as Minstead Trust Chief Executive Adam Dodd updates supporters on the progress made throughout 2023 and looks ahead to next year.

Furzey Gardens

Head Gardener blog

Estates Manager blog: November

As the splendour of summer gives way to autumn, it is time to embrace a new set of outdoor tasks. Andrew Bentley, Estates Manager shares his tips for gardening jobs this November.

Furzey Gardens

A slice of autumn as visitors enjoy apple weekend

Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 October, Furzey Gardens celebrated our second Apple Weekend. We were delighted to see lots of visitors enjoying lots of apple themed activities. Volunteer Jane Pownall takes up the story.

Furzey Gardens

Fairy door people’s champion finds solace in their art

The public have voted for their favourite artist-created fairy door in a New Forest garden’s summer trail.

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What to see at Furzey

October at Furzey Gardens

A feast for the eyes as autumn arrives bringing beautiful hues of red, orange and yellow.

Brickyard

Trust to move on from Brickyard Café

Minstead Trust have made the hard decision to close Brickyard Café.

Furzey Gardens

Events

Furzey Gardens’ Artists’ Fairy Doors auction to raise money for people with learning disabilities

Artists' Fairy Door auction is raising money for people with learning disabilities.

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September at Furzey Gardens

With fewer visitors and late summer blooms, September is one of the very best months to visit Furzey.

Hanger Farm

Events

Hanger Farm unveils its autumn season full of affordable entertainment