Nestled in the picturesque Enham Alamein countryside, our care homes, Michael House and William House sit alongside Elizabeth House, one of our Supported Living services, surrounded by generous green spaces that play an important role in everyday life for our care residents. At the heart of this setting is their shared gardens, a much‑loved area that was ready for a little extra care and attention.

B&Q employee John Townend has a long‑standing connection with Enham Trust, having worked in our Finance Team 11 years ago. B&Q colleagues are encouraged to nominate causes close to their hearts for colleague community days, and John proudly put Enham Trust forward, helping to spark a partnership that would go on to create something truly meaningful for the disabled community at Enham Trust.

On 21 April, we were fortunate to enjoy a beautiful spring day as 21 eager B&Q volunteers came together to help transform our care home gardens. With energy and enthusiasm, the team tackled overgrown areas, weeded borders and jet‑washed patio spaces, restoring them to their former glory.

 

Before and after photos of the gardens

 

Existing benches and barriers were refreshed with bright, inviting coats of paint, while new and improved bedding areas were brought to life with a range of stunning, colourful flowers. The volunteers also installed several new features in the space, including large planters and trellis archways, alongside newly planted climbing plants that will gradually grow and trail across the structures. We’re very much looking forward to watching these spaces continue to flourish over the coming months.

John Townend says:

"B&Q is all about Better Homes. Better Lives. For Everyone, so we were thrilled to be able to help build a space that everyone at Enham Trust can enjoy together. All teams across B&Q take part in community days throughout the year and, whilst this is our first project in partnership with Enham Trust, we very much hope it will be the first of many!" 

 

To complete the transformation, B&Q kindly donated a brand‑new barbecue and our care residents are already so excited to organise summer gatherings with their loved ones.

This collective effort has helped to create a vibrant and relaxing outdoor area that our residents and their families can enjoy for many years to come, a true reflection of the power of community and generosity.

 

Ranga Mugabe, Senior Care Home Manager at Enham Trust says:

"We are incredibly grateful to the amazing B&Q staff volunteers for their time, effort, and generosity. Their hard work has transformed our garden into a welcoming and uplifting space that our residents can truly enjoy. The donation of the BBQ stand was a thoughtful touch that will bring people together and create many happy moments. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference to the people we support at Enham." 

 

From all of us at Enham Trust, thank you B&Q, your time and hard work is so incredibly appreciated. We are truly grateful for everything you’ve put into this project.

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Enham Trust care services

We are welcoming referrals to our residential care homes and Supported Living accommodation, supporting adults aged 18+ with physical and learning disabilities, as well as other complex needs.

Whether you are considering support for yourself or a loved one, our experienced and compassionate team is here to help you explore your options.

Give us a call on 0333 400 8231 or email [email protected]

Residential care 

Supported Living

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Corporate Volunteering Days at Enham Trust

If you’re feeling inspired by B&Q’s work and would like to discuss a Corporate Volunteering Day for your organisation, we’d love to hear from you! Our volunteering opportunities are always varied and never in short supply! Every extra pair of hands helps make a real difference in supporting disabled people to live, work and enjoy life.

Call our Fundraising Team on 01264 345 800 or email [email protected] to enquire today.