Garden Share

Are you fed up with your garden but can't do anything about it?

Or maybe dream of a place to grow your own?

If the answer to either of these questions is "yes" then read on...

Fresh veg, smart gardens, healthy living

Does your garden need some TLC but you don't have the time energy or know-how to grow stuff?

Why not find a neighbour who loves gardening but doesn't have the space?

Garden sharing is happening in towns and cities throughout the U.K.

Some people have gardens which are a shadow of their former glory but have great potential while other people have the passion and enthusiasm but just need somewhere to put it into practice. 

Garden sharing is a way of bringing people together so that neglected gardens can once again produce food and flowers which can be divided between the owner and the gardener.

This is a win-win situation for all concerned-healthy fruit and vegetables are produced cheaply, local people get to know each other and the place starts to look a bit more pleasant and cared-for. 

How it works

We will create a confidential register of those who want their gardens to be productive, and another register of people who want to do the gardening. 

We will then introduce people to each other and find out what each party wants to grow and discuss whether tools and other expertise or help are available.  All being well, work can start at a mutually agreeable time. 

A trial period with no obligation on either side is probably the best way to start. 

What it costs

The emphasis is on bringing neglected space into production for the benefit of both parties.  There is no payment involved either way, and there is no registration fee.  Some seeds and plants may be donated but generally speaking these need to be provided by the householder and gardener, as do tools and other materials. 

Tools and training

We hope to be able to offer some basic training and advice for novice gardeners and when the scheme gets going we may in the future be able to provide tools for loan. 

How to get involved

For further information call Andy Littlewood on 02476 832 330