Do you believe that nature and gardening can have a positive impact on wellbeing? Would you like to help us develop our garden and activities; ensuring that both visitors and volunteers can benefit from the tranquil surroundings, opportunities to learn…
Tag: volunteering
RSPB Nature of Scotland Awards
Hosted by TV presenter, writer and naturalist Kate Humble and BBC Scotland TV and radio presenter and wildlife expert Euan McIlwraith, the RSPB's Nature of Scotland Awards were celebrated at a prestigious presentation dinner last week. Co-sponsored by Scottish Natural…
Donating tools and time
After a hot and dry July, things are feeling back to normal now, with autumn very much in the air. As we start to tidy the garden and get ready for the longer nights, we have been welcoming new visitors.…
Volunteer Taster Session
Friday 1st June 10.30am-12pm and 1-2.30pm Have you thought about volunteering, but never taken the first step? Are you interested in contributing to a therapeutic garden that promotes health? Would you like to learn about gardening, but don’t know where…
My Place Award Winner 2018
Our Leaf Room has won the 2018 Scottish Civic Trust My Place Awards! The My Place Awards are a national celebration of good local design and conservation as nominated and evaluated by local people. Their aim is to identify projects…
Events and volunteering Jan – Mar 2018
Our Garden Hero
This year the Federation of City Farms and Community Gardens has been running a campaign called 'Local Heroes' as part of their Growing Together (GT) project. The aim is to get more people actively supporting city farms, community gardens and…
Co-design workshop and volunteer awards
We had a great session last week where we were exploring possible future directions for the garden - as well as looking at the obstacles we face. There were no shortage of ideas! Everyone had the chance to suggest new…