In a recent episode of Gardeners' World, host Adam Frost touched the hearts of viewers with a heartfelt look at the Bedfords Park Walled Garden near Romford, Essex. Established in the 1700s as a kitchen garden for a local estate, the garden later served a nursery until its closure in 2000. Now, thanks to the dedication of local volunteers, it has been lovingly restored to its former glory.
Adam introduced viewers to Lois Amos, a retired horticultural lecturer who leads the restoration efforts. Lois passionately manages the garden, guiding her team of volunteers to preserve this historic site despite numerous challenges. During the episode, Adam praised Lois and her volunteers for their unwavering commitment.
“Lois, you have got an amazing group of volunteers, haven’t you? They seem to have the same passion about the place that you have,” he remarked.
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Lois responded with a warm laugh, “Yes, I’ve infected them with it.”
Adam smiled, “You have infected them, knowing you.”
Lois emphasized the importance of conservation, saying, “We try to instill into everybody that this is a very historic setting, and that these types of places need protection and conservation, and, you know, they need using and loving.”
Moved by her words, Adam said, “You’ve just given me goose bumps. You have honestly, it’s like… a sense of legacy, brilliant, absolutely.”
Overwhelmed with emotion, Lois admitted, “Thank you. I’ve gone all gooey. Now I’ve gone all emotional.”
Adam comforted her with a big hug, prompting a wave of heartfelt responses from viewers.
Ahead of the episode, Gardeners' World’s Instagram teased the story, describing it as “a wonderful heartwarming story” and encouraging fans to tune in to see the inspiring tale of Bedfords Park Walled Garden and its passionate caretakers.
The segment resonated deeply with the audience, many of whom took to social media to express their feelings. Comments included sentiments such as, “What a wonderful lady and community! This segment made me cry,” and “Fantastic and inspiring. Adorable hug at the end of the item and tears in my eyes too!”
Other viewers called the garden “beautiful” and described the moment as “heartwarmingly lovely,” highlighting the genuine warmth and dedication showcased in the episode.
Gardeners' World continues to inspire audiences by celebrating stories of community, passion, and the enduring power of nature. The episode can be watched on BBC iPlayer.