Mollie Robinson visited HMP Bedford recently and had the opportunity to see this new venture:

I visited HMP Bedford recently and had the opportunity to see this new venture. The newly created Quiet Garden is delightful and has been carefully designed to suit the prison environment. I heard from Gill Lewis how patients have taken the responsibility to care for this transformed space and about the positive effect its creation has had upon their overall well-being. The numbers on constant watch have been reduced because they have been able to use the new seating in this attractive space and have consequently become less isolated and more socialised. This was delightful to hear!

I am now having conversations with prison staff elsewhere, and seeking to discern how and where to proceed with this prison initiative. In addition, we would like in the future, if at all possible, to have an educational programme for use in prisons using the metaphor of the garden. This needs much wisdom and creativity, and we would value your prayers for every aspect of these initiatives.