The Hide has been financed from a Generous Grant by Essex Community Foundation. A water scrape has been constructed, and berry bearing shrubs planted. An old tree stump acts as a support for bird feeders. This has been generously paid for by Helen Finbow in memory of her father Michael Freeman, who loved these gardens.

A stumpery/loggery has also been constructed at the South West Corner. This was financed by a generous legacy from Evie Morgan a long term resident of Braintree and Friend of the Gardens.

These additions to the Gardens encourage flora and fauna and are another element to enjoy.