Euxton woman holds open house garden party

A kind-hearted woman from Euxton held an open garden day at her home to raise funds for a children’s gala day.
By Emma Downey
Published 9th Jun 2022, 04:55 BST
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Jean Mackenzie who lives on Poplar Avenue decided to showcase her garden designs to the public with an open invitation on Saturday 28 May.

Donations and refreshment sales on the day went towards fundraising for children's Euxton gala community day next month.

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Several gardens were open, all raising funds and displaying their designs.

Jean McKenzie from Euxton held a open garden day to raise funds for a community galaJean McKenzie from Euxton held a open garden day to raise funds for a community gala
Jean McKenzie from Euxton held a open garden day to raise funds for a community gala

Friends helped by baking refreshments to accompany Jean's famous cream teas and supported the day by helping and serving lots of visitors.

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One of the guests Susan Bell said: “I saw the preparation involved – the garden was just beautiful.

“Jean had many compliments on her Cottage Garden.

A beautiful and well kept gardenA beautiful and well kept garden
A beautiful and well kept garden

"So congratulations to Jean and to the other gardeners offering a peep into their private bit of heaven.”

With the weather in a cooperative mood, a successful day was had by all, with Jean raising over £115 mainly from refreshments sales.

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