"The garden... has now reached a stage, where in addition to its undoubted value
in social and educational terms, it is recognised as a valuable wildlife sanctuary
which is only one step away from becoming a local nature reserve... on evidence available,
the garden appears almost unique and is certainly the only conservation site in Gloucester with a
protected environment which is safe for not only for wildlife but also for visiting children".
Mr. G. Spenceley, Inspector, Department of the Environment. 1993.