Herald - Issue 391

Page 38 • The HERALD • 25th June 2020 v SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL EVENTS v All Aspects of Garden Work Undertaken • Driveways • Paving • Artificial Grass • Turfing • Decking • Fencing • Hedge Cutting • Landscaping Hythe Garden Contractors Family company established 1977 For a free quotation please call 023 8084 3556 or 023 8084 0378 | DOWN THE GARDEN PATH | Sir Harold Hillier Gardens Reopens for its Members Members of Sir Harold Hillier Gardens in Romsey have been welcomed back from the beginning of June as part of a phased re-opening. Leader of Hampshire County Council, Cllr Keith Mans said: “I am delighted that following the latest Government guidance, the Gardens have re-opened to members. The wellbeing of our customers, staff and volunteers is paramount and preparations are underway to make sure safety measures are in place for when we open the doors again to the public. Initially, the Gardens won’t be open to the general public, but we will increase capacity as Government restrictions ease further.” e Gardens team will be contacting members with a thorough explanation of what the safety measures will be. ese include a pre-booking system to help avoid long queues, no payment transactions, and reduced accessible parking. Some toilets will be open but the visitor pavilion, café, restaurant, gi shop, exhibition gallery and play areas remain closed until further notice. Councillor Mans added: “I would like to give my thanks to the Gardens staff who have been working hard to get us to this point. They have shown a great deal of passion and dedication in making everything ready under difficult circumstances.” In line with on-going Government guidance, the Sir Harold Hillier Gardens will move to the next phase with increased numbers of visitors and more facilities. Key steps everyone should keep taking to minimise the spread of Coronavirus: Adhere to social distancing. • Wash your hands o en using soap and water,and dry them thoroughly. • Use a tissue when coughing. • Avoid touching your face. For information about Sir Harold Hillier Gardens visit: www.hants.gov . uk/hilliergardens