Grove Garden
Fun, wellbeing, good vibes and friendship for the over 50s
Your safe and friendly space where you will always be welcomed with a smile in the centre of Haywards Heath.
Come on down to our Garden Party
Saturday 25th July.
1-5pm
Yes - there will be Pimms
Find us:
150 yards down the pathway beside 9 Heath Road. Or 500 yards up the path from the cricket pavilion in Clair Park leading to Heath Road. RH16 3AX
On the day: You can park in Heathcote Dentist car park, Heath Road.
Grove Garden Party - Music Line up
We're delighted to welcome three fantastic local acts. From beautiful melodies and timeless classics to close harmony favourites and dance floor too tappers, there's something for everyone
🎶 Consilience
Back by popular demand, harmony trio Consilience (Dave, Sue and Natalie) have been delighting audiences across Sussex for many years. Their unique arrangements span the 1940s through to the 1980s, with beautiful harmonies, nostalgic favourites and an uplifting rock 'n' roll finale that's guaranteed to get everyone smiling. Regular performers for local events, residential homes and Age UK Sussex, they always bring warmth, fun and plenty of audience participation.
🎵 Tim & Hannah Carpenter Consilience
Internationally acclaimed New Zealand-born Tim and Hannah Carpenter bring a touch of world-class music-making to Grove Garden. Tim, Director of Music at Ardingly College and an accomplished conductor and cellist, joins his wife Hannah, a talented soprano and Head of Music at Ardingly Prep School, for a delightful programme of timeless classics.
Expect favourites including Somewhere Over the Rainbow, Summertime, Scarborough Fair, What a Wonderful World and more, alongside beautiful solo cello performances.
🎤 Mike Oliver
Another Grove Garden favourite returns! Mike Oliver is well known across Haywards Heath and beyond for his infectious energy and feel-good performances. Often seen with his band Shrapnel, Mike knows exactly how to get the party started. He'll be closing the afternoon with an upbeat set packed with favourites from the 70s, 80s and 90s—so don't forget your dancing shoes!
THANK YOU FRANCISCO LOUNGE
Music, quiz nights with a twist, bingo, plants, gardening tips and more.
We had an outrageous amount of fun and raised some money too. There was everything to love about Lounge Aid.
Thank you Francisco Lounge xx
Welcome
Take a moment to watch our short film - which gives you a snapshot of why people love Grove Garden.
Find us.
150 yards down the pathway beside 9 Heath Road. Or 500 yards up the path from the cricket pavilion in Clare Park leading to Heath Road.
Post code: RH16 3AX
ARE YOU A MEMBER OF THE PUBLIC WHO WOULD LIKE TO DONATE?
Everyone can help us to build an all weather space so we can be open all year, even when it’s - hot, cold , windy or wet. Doubling the support we offer.
Help us to change more lives like Peter’s
Dropping a manhole cover on his thumb led to an A&E visit — and a chance conversation with a “Grover” that changed Peter Rood’s life.
“The garden has given me a reason to get up in the morning, go out and do something. It’s been a godsend. There’s such a fantastic mix of people of all ages and backgrounds. We all get on and everyone has something to contribute,” says Peter.
“I lost my wife of nearly 50 years to cancer, and we had also lost our son, Adam, a few years before. Grove Garden has brought purpose and community back into my life. I love the Tai Chi, which I join every week, and I’ve even tried the Silver Swans ballet!
“What I really value is being able to use my skills to build and repair things around the garden. While I’m benefiting, I’m also giving back, which brings me enormous satisfaction. It makes me feel useful again. When I’m there, I’m full of ideas about what I can do and contribute.
“Has the garden changed my life? Yes, absolutely. An indoor space will mean this special place can stay open whatever the weather, changing even more lives and allowing us to support people all year round.”
Peter has used his skills to build and mend many things around the garden, from plant tables to shed doors and even the much-loved generator. Next on the list: a pond :)
Fun in the garden
