Support the Dorothy Clive Garden

We could not function, and thus fulfill our charitable remits, without the ongoing support and involvement of our volunteers. Our volunteers work in the garden, help in the shop, support our administration and are integral to our seasonal events management. Wherever ‘many hands make light work’ is required our volunteers will be found!

They come from all walks of life, some are retired, some are seeking new skills, some come along to support a worthwhile cause, others to meet new people and make new friends. Whatever the reason for volunteering all enjoy the experience whether as a ‘one off’ or as a regular commitment.

Why not get in contact and find out more about volunteering at The Dorothy Clive Garden?

Make a Donation and we Receive Matching Funding!

If you would like to make a donation to the Dorothy Clive Garden, the best way to donate is via the website Local Giving.com you can donate via the following link  https://localgiving.org/charity/dorothyclivegarden Localgiving.com is a not-for-profit organisation helping small, local charities such as the Dorothy Clive Garden. The current ‘Grow your tenner’ campaign enables us to receive £10.00 of match funding for every donation you make. Also, if you decide to sign up to give monthly, Local Giving will match up to £10 per month for your first three months.

You can also make a donation by writing a cheque made payable to the Willoughbridge Garden Trust and sending to: The Dorothy Clive Garden, Willoughbridge, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 4EU.

Legacies for The Dorothy Clive Garden

How to include a gift in your will After you have looked after your loved ones. Remembering The Dorothy Clive Garden within your will can have a positive impact on very many people, fr4om our daily visitors to the school children and elderly who benefit from our engagement work. There are several options to leave a gift in your will:

Donating a percentage of your estate

Your estate is the total value of your possessions, finances and property. Once you have specified gifts for loved ones, a share in the remainder of your estate – even just 1%- can be a much larger gift than you realise:
I give a share of —— (state the percentage or fraction) of the residue of my estate to The Dorothy Clive Garden TF9 4EU (registered charity number 522695) to be applied for the general purposes of The Dorothy Clive Garden.

Donating a fixed amount

You can specify an exact amount to be left to charity using this suggested wording:
I give and bequeath the sum of ——— to The Dorothy Clive Garden TF9 4EU (registered charity number 522695) to be applied for the general purposes of The Dorothy Clive Garden.

A gift of any size in your will can make a difference and donations to registered charities are not subject to inheritance tax. For example, if at least 10% of an estate is left to a named charity, then the chargeable element of the overall estate benefits from a reduction in the inheritance tax rate from 40% to 30%.

These suggested wordings are examples, but their precise use will depend upon the overall context of your individual will. The Dorothy Clive Garden strongly encourages you to work with a solicitor when writing or amending your will. If you to choose to leave a gift to the Garden in your will we would love to say thank you – so please do let us know. We also understand for some people this is a very private matter and if you wish to remain anonymous we very much respect your decision.

A gift in memory of a loved one

A gift to The Dorothy Clive Garden can be a beautiful way to celebrate the memory of a loved one who loved coming to the garden or who benefitted from the beautiful surroundings or our engagement work.
Whether it is towards the upkeep of the garden, a tree or a bench or supporting our educational work your gift in memory would make a lasting difference.

This coming year promises to be very exciting for the Dorothy Clive Garden as we open ‘The Croft’. This is the new 3.5 acre extension purchased in late 2025 made possible by the generosity of committed supporters like you.

As we enhance and expand we are hoping that more people will consider supporting the Garden by donating a small regular amount as part of our Patron scheme to help us achieve its full potential and enjoyment.

Becoming a Patron is one of the best ways you can support the Garden. Patrons are part of our community who believe in what we do and who choose to invest in our work. Their generosity provides steady, reliable funding that helps us plan with confidence, create a beautiful garden, provide educational opportunities and protect the environment.

A regular gift, at whatever level feels right for you, helps us.

We would be hugely grateful if you would consider becoming a Patron. With your support, we can ensure that the magic of the Dorothy Clive Garden continues to bring joy, relaxation and access to the countryside for our visitors for many years to come.

You can give any amount you wish by paying by Standing Order – simply call our Office on 01630 647237 or email us on info@dorothyclivegarden.co.uk

Patron Upgrades: If you are already a Patron and would like to upgrade your monthly or annual donations, please contact your bank if you wish to make a change to an existing Standing Order, or set up a regular payment with your bank. If you have any questions or need any further information you can reach our team by emailing info@dorothyclivegarden.co.uk Please also email the team if you have any questions.

We are registered under the Willoughbridge Garden Trust – the umbrella trust which manages the Dorothy Clive Garden. Sign up here: www.giveasyoulive.com

Help the Dorothy Clive Garden by just by shopping online. Shop with your favourite stores and they’ll donate to us!

Join the Unity Lottery for your chance to win up to £25,000.

We are currently participating in the Unity Lottery. By playing the Unity Lottery for as little as £1 a week, you can win up to £25,000 and support our cause at the same time, as 50% of your entry stake will go directly to the Dorothy Clive Garden. It’s simple, just complete the form and return to the address provided on the Unity leaflet.

To enter, please go to the following link:  Unity Lottery or call the office on 01630 647 237 or email info@dorothyclivegarden.co.uk.