MHA The Wilderness

09/06/2026

Our Shirley poppies are just about to pop (despite the recent weather conditions!).

Rev. William Wilks, the creator of The Wilderness bred what we know as The Shirley poppy, having found a flower with unusual white bandings in a local meadow.

For more information contact: [email protected]

17 Shirley Church Rd, Croydon, CR9 5AL.

(Located behind MHA Hall Grange Care Home).

06/06/2026

Join us this Monday for a FREE slow and mindful walk around The Wilderness.

You can book a place by visiting: 👉https://linktr.ee/ParkBathe, or just turn up. We meet at the cabin at 11am just inside the entrance.

The garden is located behind MHA Hall Grange Care, and is accessed via the green gate in the righthand corner of the car park.

17 Shirley Church Rd, Croydon CR9 5AL

28/05/2026

A few snaps from our Rhododendron Open Day on 17th May. We had almost 150 visitors and raised much needed funds. A big thank you goes to our lovely ever committed volunteers for cake baking, preparing the garden, plant donations and supporting the event, and our wonderful visitors for making the day such a success.
(Photos courtesy of R. Barker.)

24/05/2026

17/05/2026

Ever held a stone and instantly calmer? Join us for our next nature-based wellbeing workshop on Friday 22nd May 11am - 12.30pm, where we turn simple river pebbles into vibrant works of art for your home.

Whether you are a seasoned artist or haven't picked up a brush in years, this session is about the joy of the process.

No garden, no problem - these 'Soul Stones' are the perfect companion for your windowsill, plant pot or bookshelf.

We ask a donation of £7 towards the session, but do not want this to be a barrier to anyone joining.

To book your place email: [email protected]

(photo credit: ChristinLola)

15/05/2026

Only 2 days to go until our annual Rhododendron Open Day Fundraising event this coming Sunday from 12-5pm. Come along and see our specimen rhododendrons and azaleas in all their riotous glory.

Homemade cakes and refreshments available.

Plant stall with a variety of plants grown in the garden and donated.

Guided tour at 1.30pm.

Fingers crossed for the weather! 🤞

(Photos courtesy of Ron B and Tom S)

13/05/2026

Join us this Sunday for our annual Rhododendron Open Day Fundraising event 12-5pm and see our specimen rhododendrons in all their riotous glory.

Homemade cakes and refreshments available.

Plant stall with a variety of plants grown in the garden and donated.

Guided tour at 1.30pm.

Fingers crossed for the weather! 🤞

07/05/2026

We are so pleased to welcome back Parnita to lead a one off session on Monday 11th May at 11am. Immerse yourself in the seasonal delights of the garden. 🌺

To book your place go to: 👇
https://linktr.ee/ParkBathe

Photo courtesy of Kathy D.

01/05/2026

A few stunning pics of some of the plants currently blooming and unfurling at The Wilderness courtesy of one of our lovely photographer visitors, Tom S. 🌺💚