Community Roots@BRAG runs from a re-purposed piece of land within our Crosshill Offices, thanks to our funders, this space is now a welcoming and much sought after growing space for the local community to enjoy and benefit from. Our Community Growing Tutor will be supporting the community to develop food growing skills, building their knowledge whilst also enthusing and building confidence to be able to grow their own food at home or within the community garden setting. Our community growing space is accessible 24/7 and throughout the winter months, thanks to our large polytunnel, which will extend the growing season considerably.
The project by its nature is inclusive and supports those suffering from social isolation and loneliness to feel involved and empowered within their own community in a safe and nurturing environment. The Garden will also create educational and volunteering opportunities for all ages.
Our ‘Introduction to Gardening’ Course will be available on a rolling basis will cover the following elements
WEEK 1
WEEK 2
WEEK 3
Community Roots@Brag offers multifaceted benefits to the wider community. Longer term the project tackles reducing social isolation and loneliness, reducing poverty and empowering local people to grow their own produce having been given the support and knowledge through the project. The project promotes environmentally responsible gardening, supporting the biodiversity of the area. The focus of food production supports the nutrition and health of participants and educates people which, in the longer-term, results in positive reinforcement of healthy eating and the benefits to individuals and families.
The community allotment space that is available is also meeting the demand for growing space locally, this is as a fantastic opportunity for people to engage in a supported growing space where there are facilities, use of tools and the chance to build confidence.
