Hartwell Nurseries announces Carers Bucks as its Charity of the Year
Hartwell Nurseries is delighted to announce Carers Bucks as its Charity of the Year, marking the start of a year-long partnership dedicated to supporting unpaid carers in the local community.
The decision to support Carers Bucks came from first-hand experience. Every day, the independent garden centre and Tea Room welcomes many visitors, including carers who are quietly supporting partners and family members, often without recognition or a moment to pause for themselves. Witnessing this, the Hartwell Nurseries’ team were inspired to choose Carers Bucks as the charity they wished to champion in 2026.
Carers Bucks is a vital local charity providing support, guidance and services to unpaid carers of all ages within Buckinghamshire, helping them maintain their wellbeing while caring for loved ones. Hartwell Nurseries felt strongly that supporting a charity rooted in the local community, and one that reflects the realities they see daily, was both important and meaningful.
Throughout the year, the partnership will include a range of fundraising activities and events, inviting customers, staff and the wider community to get involved and help make a difference. The aim is to raise both funds and awareness for the invaluable work Carers Bucks carries out across the county.
Neil Bowness, Director at Hartwell Nurseries said: “The team and I are incredibly proud to be supporting Carers Bucks as our Charity of the Year. We see many carers coming through our doors, some are regulars, and we see just how much they give of themselves to those they are caring for. Supporting a charity that exists to support them feels like the right thing to do. We’re excited to work together over the coming year and to help highlight the amazing work Carers Bucks does for those in our community.”
Karen Irons, CEO of Carers Bucks added, “For unpaid carers, moments of rest are not a luxury, they are essential to managing their role. Time spent in green spaces and fresh air can be deeply restorative, offering a chance to pause and reset. This partnership with Hartwell Nurseries creates a welcoming environment where carers can step away from daily pressures and feel valued, as well as an opportunity for us to deliver new events. We’re incredibly grateful to the Hartwell team for their support of carers across Buckinghamshire.”
Both organisations are enthusiastic about the year ahead and confident the partnership will have a positive impact, bringing together community and collaboration for a truly worthwhile cause.