AXE Valley residents with beautiful or unusual gardens are being called on to open their gates in aid of Hospiscare.

AXE Valley residents with beautiful or unusual gardens are being called on to open their gates in aid of Hospiscare.

Last year the charity's Open Gardens scheme raised �25,000 from the programme, which ran from March to July.

Fundraising manager Louise Beeken said: "We have a fantastic network of talented gardeners and every year we have a more varied selection of inspiring and delightful private gardens for visitors to enjoy.

"The gardens are a source of inspiration but also help to provide much needed support for people with life-threatening illness and their loved ones."

For more information call 01393 688000, or visit www.hospiscare.co.uk