At last, I can share some wonderful news!

Bristol’s Parks Department has confirmed that refurbishment work on the Ladies’ Mile loos will begin on 3rd November — funded entirely by the £7,500 raised through book sales, illustrated talks, and generous donations from those who share a fondness for this charming little building and its story.

The planned works include:

• Repainting the green wooden fascia
• Repairing the fencing
• Cleaning out the guttering and replacing roof tiles
• Restoring the outside lighting

​Individually, these tasks may sound modest, but together they’ll transform the exterior and give the building a fresh lease of life. For years, the Ladies’ Mile loos have stood as a quiet but important piece of local heritage — a reminder of a time when even the simplest public facilities were designed with care and dignity.

When I began researching the story of the compassionate lavatory attendant who once worked here, I could never have imagined it would spark such heartfelt local support. Yet here we are: a community united by kindness, history, and a shared desire to look after what others might overlook.

This refurbishment is just the beginning — a visible sign of what your generosity has achieved. I’ll keep you updated as the work progresses, but for now, let’s celebrate this milestone.

From one little green loo, great things continue to grow. 🌿
“She believed that even the humblest place could be made welcoming, and that a kind word offered in passing could lift a weary heart.
How right she was — and how lovely that her little haven is being cared for once again.” 💚