Trees for St Catherine's

You can help to raise vital funds to support your local hospice, as well as improving the environment by adopting or donating a tree.

Why trees?

• Trees provide natural havens for wildlife and reduce carbon dioxide levels
• Trees can be planted to mark special events, commemorate special people, or even as presents
• Trees look beautiful and provide enjoyment for all the community for years to come

Adopt a Tree

You have the choice to adopt any specimen tree in Tilgate Park, or one of the Champion Trees featured in the St Catherine's Tree Trail leaflet. You may have a favourite tree in Tilgate Park, or one that has special meaning to you or a loved one.

Any specimen tree can be adopted for £100. Champion trees featured in the leaflet will cost £200.

Look in Related Documents for the Tree Adoption Form, which should be sent to St Catherine's at the address on the form.

Donate a Tree

The Trees for St Catherine's scheme allows people to donate trees to be planted throughout the borough on council-owned land. 20% of your donation will go towards the purchase of trees. The remainder will go directly towards patient care at St Catherine's.

Look in Related Documents for the Tree Donation Form, which should be sent to St Catherine's at the address on the form.

What Happens

• You get a certificate acknowledging your donation, showing the location of your tree and your personal message.
• Your tree will be labelled with a smart numbered tag.
• 20% of your donation will go towards the purchase of trees. The remainder will go directly towards patient care at St Catherine's.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I have a tree planted anywhere in Crawley?

Yes, as long as it is on council property and is a suitable location for a tree. If the location you want is not suitable, we will suggest alternative sites.

If the tree I adopt needs to be taken down for any reason, do I get my money back?

Unfortunately not, but we will allocate a replacement tree or other similar tree to you.

Can I have a plaque under the tree?

No, experience has shown that plaques can attract vandalism and they can turn the tree into a shrine, which is undesirable in a park.

If I am not sure what species of tree would be suitable, is advice available?

Yes, the tree experts at Crawley Borough Council will be more than happy to help you.

What happens if the tree I donate dies or gets vandalised?

The tree will normally be replaced the following year at no cost to you.

Can I adopt any tree in Tilgate Park?

Yes, take your pick, as long as the tree has not already been adopted!

Can I adopt a tree elsewhere in the borough?

Not yet, although similar schemes are planned for Worth Park, Broadfield Park and Goffs Park in future.

About St Catherine's Hospice

St Catherine's cares for people with progressive life threatening disorders including advanced cancer and Motor Neurone Disease, offering them the chance to live as fully as possible, and giving support to their families and carers.

We do not make any charge whatsoever for our services, which cost over £3 million a year.

St Catherines Hospice

Malthouse Road, Southgate,

Crawley, West Sussex

RH10 6BH

Registered charity number 281362

Web: www.stch.org.uk