Katharine House Hospice is launching its yearly Open Gardens scheme for the coming season.

The initiative invites local residents to open their private gardens to the public as a means of collecting vital funds for the hospice.

This edition features 11 garden sites spanning communities such as Adderbury, Culworth, Middleton Cheney, Tysoe and surrounding villages.

Sir Peter Job and Christine Job, who own The Old Vicarage in Adderbury, said they have devoted almost 30 years to cultivating their garden and arboretum, finding great pleasure in the work. They added that they were delighted to open their space to others, particularly to assist a worthwhile cause supporting Katharine House Hospice.

The couple noted that welcoming guests across the seasons allows people to witness the garden’s transformation – with different flowers blooming, colours shifting and trees altering from month to month – meaning every visit provides something unique.

In the 2025-26 timeframe, the scheme collected more than £6,100 for Katharine House.

Community engagement manager Roseann Thompson commented that the organisation was extremely grateful to its committed supporters who generously opened their gardens to raise funds for Katharine House.

She emphasised that the hospice relies heavily on donations from the surrounding community to continue providing its services, making this support invaluable.

Those visiting the gardens can wander through planted borders, ornamental water features, orchards and take part in children’s treasure trail activities.

Several gardens also offer refreshments such as tea and cake to guests.

Further information is available at khh.org.uk/gardens.