A STROLL around a Hampshire water garden coming into spring bloom raised much- needed cash for a children's charity.

Longstock Park Water Garden, near Stockbridge, held an open day in aid of the Brave Hearts Children's Charity Association.

The volunteer-run charity is dedicated to improving the lives of children in need of assistance.

It makes grants to children and their families, from helping with a child's illness or a crisis to paying for special equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers or communication aids.

Brave Hearts has raised £92,000 since it was established in 1991.

For further information visit www.bravehearts.ik.com.