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Our Allotment Story
Our Allotment
The Allotment Project has been developed as a result of requests from service users for a safe gardening space to call their own
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The space has been specially allocated and designed to address a need for a bespoke and safe space for adults with learning disabilities to develop and take ownership of in the way they wish.
A Community Venture
The allotment is a shared space, providing an important opportunity for a group of people at risk of social exclusion to integrate and enjoy greater independence.
Social Gatherings
Workshops
Activities
Education
We have engaged with a number of local organisations who wish to be come involved, either to obtain a small space of their own or to refer individuals to the project.
Key Objectives
Increase community involvement
Reduce isolation and promote social skills
Promote a healthy lifestyle and healthy eat
Promote environmentally sustainable practices
Provide opportunities to learn new skills and develop new hobbies
Promote healthy lifestyles and mental wellbeing
Increase confidence and self-esteem
Provide a safe-space to relax, socialise and build friendships
Socialising and Companionship
The allotment is designed to provide a chance to form important social relationships
We have gardening groups, workshops and social events on one of the friendliest allotment sites in Newcastle. There is also the opportunity to share plots with a gardening buddy.
The allotment is a working and social space with both traditional and accessible raised beds, seating areas and paved areas for social gatherings.
We have a large summer house that allows us to provide a safe space to socialise, meet friends, hold meetings and shelter in bad weather.
Allotment Committee
The allotment committee is responsible for future planning and dealing with any issues as they arise. Anyone can join the allotment committee.
The Summerhouse
Let’s Work Together
Get in touch so we can start working together.