Organisations involved in horticulture, gardening, or botany can apply for grants of £3,500-£5,000 from the Stanley Smith (UK) Horticultural Trust. Established in 1970, the Trust has awarded over £3.2 million to more than 1,000 recipients, supporting projects that promote horticulture, conserve the environment through biodiversity, develop public gardens, and advance horticultural education.

Eligible projects include the restoration of historic gardens, creation of new public garden spaces, horticultural research, publications, and plant study expeditions. The Trust welcomes applications from organisations and institutions undertaking significant projects in these areas. The grants aim to enhance public access to gardens, promote horticultural knowledge, and conserve plant diversity.

Previous projects supported include

Marble Hill Restoration Project

In 2019, English Heritage initiated a landscape restoration at Marble Hill to revive its historic landscape and improve biodiversity. Supported by a grant from the Trust, the project involved planting new trees and enhancing green spaces for public enjoyment.

Gardens Through Time at the Museum of the Home

The Museum of the Home undertook a complete replanting of its “Gardens Through Time” as part of a major redevelopment. With assistance from the Trust, the project revitalised the gardens, offering visitors insights into horticultural history and design.

The next closing date for applications is the 15th August 2026.