A number of schools across the UK have been busy designing an eco friendly garden for a children’s hospice in celebration of Santanders 150th Anniversary. Over the course of 2007, Santander the Spanish Bank, Abbey’s parent company have been celebrating their Anniversary by having a number of events and activities in different countries aimed at shareholders, customers, employees and the general public.

Argyle School in Camden took part, their design of a eco garden was by children aged 8-11. For taking part, the school has received £500 to use towards educational materials and will have 30 trees planted in and around their school by Tree Appeal. In total six schools have taken part across the UK – bringing the total number of trees planted to 150. The schools were nominated by Abbey’s employees.

Class teacher Emma Alexandra said "We are very pleased that we took part. The children really enjoyed designing the eco friendly garden and it tied in nicely with a number of subjects across the curriculum. The cash prize will be used for educational materials and is much appreciated. Having trees planted for all to enjoy for years to come is not only an extra added bonus, but good for the environment too".

Visiting the school, Abbey Camden branch manager, Kyle Smilie commented, "It was great to see the children’s garden design and be able to plant trees to celebrate the banks 150th Anniversary – something which we hope will be enjoyed for years to come by all."

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