by Mickle Creative | Mar 11, 2024 | Gardeners' Corner
The Stour is currently deep and fast flowing after all the rain but ducks are a–dabbling throughout the Gardens. There are several pairs of mallards who seem to have taken upresidence over the past couple of months and who watch us inquisitively from wherethey sit...
by Mickle Creative | Feb 5, 2024 | Gardeners' Corner
Although the gardens remain closed to the public whilst the essential wall repairs are inprogress we have been busy, working on winter jobs that will mean there is plenty to seelater on in the year. 800 Years of history 2024 is an important year for the Franciscan...
by Mickle Creative | Oct 15, 2022 | Gardeners' Corner
We are well into Autumn now and one of the busiest times of year for us gardeners. Thankfully the wet weather in September and early October has meant that we can leave the watering cans behind and get on with some other important jobs. It’s incredible how lush and...
by Mickle Creative | Sep 3, 2022 | News
We are excited to announce that this year the Franciscan Gardens and Eastbridge Hospital will be taking part in the Kent Pilgrims Festival, from Saturday 24th to Sunday 25th 2022 We will be offering visitors guided tours and the opportunity to walk in the footsteps of...
by Mickle Creative | Aug 31, 2022 | News
Three local artists, Clare Jackson, Alma Caira and Mary Stockton-Smith are currently working on a project. The project is named ‘A Beacon of Hope’ and the work will be displayed during the Canterbury Festival celebrations. The artwork is a large glass lantern that...