Ongoing Projects

Why- We want to address two critical needs- health/wellbeing and environmental sustainability. We know the benefits nature and community connection have on people's health and wellbeing and want to provide an opportunity for people to connect with nature and each other in a meaningful way. We also want to encourage our community to invest in a more sustainable way of growing food and have an understanding of how we can better look after our environment. How- We host volunteer days 4 days a week, offering a welcoming space where people of all backgrounds can join our farm community and learn new things. Volunteers identify what they would like to get from their experience. Whether this is help into employment, building confidence, learning skills or managing their own health and wellbeing, we support them to achieve their goals. The farm does all it can to boost biodiversity and nurture the land. Permaculture principles are at our core. Every element of the farm is designed to work in harmony with nature. What- Volunteers engage in a wide range of activities, such as caring for animals, planting and harvesting seasonal produce, and maintaining natural habitats or helping in our shop. In return, they gain practical skills, environmental knowledge, and a deep sense of belonging. We currently have 30+ regular volunteers and see over 100 volunteers throughout the year.

Why - We believe young people deserve the tools to understand themselves, build resilience, and thrive. By nurturing emotional awareness and wellbeing, we aim to equip them for life’s challenges today and in the future. How - Through guided gardening experiences, participants learn to recognize their emotional state and choose activities that support self‑regulation. Creative problem‑solving is woven into each session, encouraging good decision‑making, self‑management, and confidence. What - Young people gain hands‑on skills in horticulture and animal care while deepening their knowledge of the natural environment. These practical experiences not only connect them to nature but also foster wellbeing, preparing them for their next stage of life. Going into 2026, we are hosting sessions for a primary school, several secondary schools and a college. Gavin, our therapeutic gardening facilitator, has been creating new pathways around the farm and cleaning and rebuilding the duck pond with secondary school groups, sowing seeds, caring for the chickens and making bird feeders with our primary school group, and supporting all the young people to notice their surroundings, notice how they are feelings and select tasks that will support their wellbeing as well as help them achieve goals and skills.