Netflix and Shondaland proudly unveiled the Bridgerton Garden at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust – a permanent, accessible green space that hopes to bring a moment of peace and reflection to NHS patients, staff and the surrounding community.

Designed by Holly Johnston for Netflix and Shondaland to celebrate the release of Bridgerton Season 3, the garden made its debut at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in 2024, where it won a Silver medal. Now, with its permanent relocation to the surrounding wards at Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH), which includes The Rosie Hospital and Addenbrooke’s, the garden has been carefully reimagined as a lasting gift to the hospital and local community.

Rajiv Nathwani, VP of Marketing UK at Netflix said:  “To see the Bridgerton Garden in its permanent location at Cambridge University Hospitals is a full-circle moment for us. It’s incredibly rewarding to know that the garden will offer a sanctuary to staff, patients and local residents. This garden is more than just a physical space; it stands as a testament to the power of storytelling to inspire connection.”

Nearly every element of the original garden, from its signature moongate and period water feature, to the hand carved stone sculpture and symbolic planting, has been sustainably repurposed, with Johnston again at the helm.

Holly Johnston, Garden Designer said: “It’s an enormous privilege to relocate the Bridgerton Garden to Cambridge University Hospitals and know that this space will have such a positive impact on people’s healing. This garden was designed to tell a story of personal growth and now, as it finds its permanent home, it’s hoped that this space will continue to play a part in the diverse stories of patients, visitors and staff, offering moments of calm and connection during both joyful and challenging times.”

The design has been adapted to be fully accessible by eliminating level changes, introducing a secondary access point and widening the garden path to accommodate wheelchair users and for easy maintenance as a public space. Johnston has refined the plant selection to include lower maintenance shrubs, ornamental grasses, and long-season perennials, specifically chosen for their hardiness in a high-traffic environment.

The official opening was marked by a special ribbon-cutting ceremony led by designer Holly Johnston, and Ian Walker, Director of Corporate Affairs at Cambridge University Hospitals, and will be commemorated by a plaque at a later date. Guests were welcomed with a performance from internationally renowned orchestra, Britten Sinfonia, who brought the world of Bridgerton to life with a selection of music from the series.

Lorraine Szeremeta, Chief Nurse at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, added: “Outdoor space is so important for aiding recovery and improving mental health and wellbeing, so we are absolutely delighted to have such a beautiful environment within the heart of the hospital grounds. The Bridgerton Garden will act as a permanent, therapeutic place for our patients, families, staff and the whole hospital community to retreat to and enjoy.”

The ongoing care of the garden will be led by Stephen Chandler, the CUH Grounds & Gardens Supervisor, who has worked closely with Holly since its initial planting in March. There are plans for community involvement, such as an annual spring bulb display, ensuring the garden evolves with the care of local volunteers.

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