Felicity Kendal Relaunches Fulham Palace Garden Centre

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Actress urges local people to support centre's work  for the Prince's Trust

Actress Felicity Kendal CBE has officially relaunched Fulham Palace Garden Centre.

Fulham Palace Garden Centre became part of The Prince’s Trust last year, with all profits from the garden centre going to The Prince’s Trust to help change young lives.

Felicity, who is a Prince's Trust Ambassador, visited the centre in Fulham Palace Road in March, and saw for herself how the Trust helps young people.

She  met Kevin Lawrence, who suffered bullying and depression before getting help from The Prince’s Trust to turn a passion for gardening into a successful business.

The Fulham garden centre raises funds so The Trust can continue its vital work helping disadvantaged young people to move into work, education or training.

Felicity  said: " The Prince’s Trust enables disadvantaged young people in so many ways that allows them to be self-sufficient and turn the corner from poverty or despair to confidence and independence.

"Meeting Kevin today and hearing his story illustrates how The Trust is one of the most important charities in the country and in over 30 years has helped make a difference to thousands of our young people.

"To help the charity continue its vital work, I urge local people to support Fulham Palace Garden Centre."

Chris Webb, Business Manager at The Prince’s Trust Fulham Palace Garden Centre, added: " Now that spring has arrived, we’re seeing many customers keen to get their gardens looking their best. I'd encourage people to pop in to the garden centre and speak to our experts for free advice."

As well as the centre itself being relaunched, Fulham Palace Garden Centre has a newly redesigned website with monthly tips for gardeners and news of upcoming events.

In April, the centre has two events scheduled:

Gardening with Kids
Wednesday 11th April
11am - 12pm

For just £2, May & Gil Woods will show your little ones quick growing fun plants that are all suitable to get those little fingers dirty. They will have at least one plant to take away to watch it grow.

Planting Summer Containers
Thursday 19 April
11am-12pm

Find out the best plants to give you masses of summer colour and what combinations work well in different containers.

 

March 30, 2012

 

 

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Saturday and Sunday December 3 and 4
12pm - 4pm 
Christmas Activity Weekend
Visit the centre for children's activities: Face painting, lucky dip and festive balloons. For adults: mulled wine, mince pies and roasted chestnuts.

Tuesday December 6
11am-12.30pm  £25
Wreath Making Demonstration
Learn how to add a personal touch to your Christmas decorations this year using materials available at the garden centre, at this step by step practical demonstration.

Tickets cost £25 which includes tea, coffee and biscuits plus a £10 voucher to spend on items at the garden centre during the day (until 5pm). Spaces are limited so book in advance by either visiting the garden centre, emailing fpgc@princes-trust.org.uk, or by phoning 020 7736 7640

Tuesday December 6
6pm - 9pm Free 
Fairbridge Garden Society Christmas Party 
Everyone welcome 
You don't have to be a member to come along for this great evening. There will be drinks, nibbles and a chance to buy home made produce - all proceeds go to the Fairbridge programme, part of the Prince's Trust. It's also a great chance to shop in the garden centre for some Christmas gifts too. 

Fulham Palace Garden Centre is on Bishops Avenue, off Fulham Palace Road.

All profits from the garden centre go to Fairbridge, the national charity supporting young people from disadvantaged areas.

March 30, 2012