The garden designer, Gianna Utilini, studied garden design at Capel Manor College, a contributing partner on the project. Sustainability and biodiversity have always been a priority for Gianna. She approaches every planning scheme with the idea of creating a city to provide habitats beneficial for insects, from the earth moving worm population below the ground to the pollinators above and all the scuttling creatures in between. Her aim is to create tranquil spaces that people can nurture and engage with, enjoying nature’s natural wonders.

The design that Gianna has created  is a fitting legacy project to mark the town’s 100th birthday. The new garden creates a major visual focus for all pedestrians using the walkway and perfectly frames Ad Astra and significantly improves and enhances the landscape diversity.