The Ruth Borun Scholarship

The Ruth Borun Scholar spends a year working in the garden at Great Dixter, receiving minimum wage and subsidized accommodation on site. This scholarship is aimed at improving the skills within UK horticulture and is open to UK citizens or anyone eligible to work in the UK. The scholarship provides hands-on horticultural training in one of England's most renowned gardens, offering the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills in garden maintenance, biodiversity support, and understanding the sense of place that defines Great Dixter. The scholarship is generously funded by The Anna and Harry Borun Foundation in memory of Ruth Borun, who was a friend of Christopher Lloyd and an avid gardener herself. Scholars work alongside the garden team throughout the year and produce monthly reports documenting their experiences and learning.