A new dementia-friendly garden has opened at the Bridgend Resource Centre in Wales.

The sensory garden in Waterton was designed and landscaped by students from Bridgend College, who worked in conjunction with experts from Age UK, Age Connects, and the Alzheimer’s Society.

The garden features brightly-coloured resin pathways winding through raised flower and herb beds and has been planted with flowers and shrubs known to help stimulate the senses.

There are also tranquil areas for reflection as well as a range of water features, shade sails, and living walls.

And particular attention has been paid to making the garden accessible, including for those in wheelchairs.

Councillor Jane Gebbie, cabinet member for social services and early help at Bridgend County Borough Council, said: “This fantastic new facility is helping adults with dementia as well as people with learning or physical disabilities, and is the result of more than two years worth of effort and hard work.

“Research shows that being outside and able to move about can reduce tension and anxiety for people with dementia, and this custom-built space is specifically designed to enable people to stroll freely and safely.”