Leeds hospice given beautiful new garden feature to create ‘peaceful escape’

A Leeds children’s hospice has welcomed a striking new garden feature which will help create a peaceful space for children and their families.

Martin House Children’s Hospice in Boston Spa has unveiled the tall garden rings sculpture, which has been donated by housebuilder Taylor Wimpey Yorkshire.

The sculpture previously stood outside the company’s show home at its Stanhope Fields development in Pool-in-Wharfedale.

But after Taylor Wimpey Yorkshire named Martin House as its chosen charity for 2026, the company decided the feature could be put to better use at the hospice.

It has now been transported and re-erected in the hospice gardens, where it will become part of a space used by children, their families and staff.

Martin House provides free care for children and young people with life-shortening conditions, as well as support for their families.

Hannah Finan, partnerships manager at Martin House Children’s Hospice, said the gardens provide “essential therapeutic and emotional support”.

She said: “Our gardens are enjoyed by everyone - children, their families and staff. They provide essential therapeutic and emotional support by reducing stress, stimulating the senses, and encouraging mindfulness.

“These spaces offer a peaceful escape from clinical environments, helping children connect with nature and creating meaningful environments to make memories with family.

“We intend to plant climbing plants and flowerbeds around the sculpture, with further ideas to decorate it seasonally, and for events that we host at the hospice for families.

“We were delighted to be named as Taylor Wimpey Yorkshire’s chosen charity earlier this year and that their staff recognise the vital support we provide for children and their families.”

Sam Evans, Sales and Marketing Director for Taylor Wimpey Yorkshire, said the company was pleased to give the sculpture a new home.

She said: “We take great pride in our show homes when we design them, and architectural garden features can play a part.

“Therefore, we are delighted to be able to donate this feature to the hospice to add to the aesthetic and harmony of their gardens which play such an important role for families.”