Edible Garden Volunteer
University of Greenwich
Join our Edible Garden Community! Situated within the University of Greenwich, Avery Hill Campus (SE9 2UG), our edible garden is welcome to all. We have a mixture of students, staff and members of the community volunteering. No experience needed & equipment provided. Learn some skills, make friends and have some fun! Sessions every Wednesday 12-2pm.
Join our Edible Garden Community! Situated within the University of Greenwich, Avery Hill Campus (SE9 2UG), our edible garden started back in 2012. Managed by the Sustainability Team, the garden is largely run by students, staff and community volunteers. Currently a small community, we would like to grow. The garden is made up of raised beds, a poly-tunnel, forest garden, a pond and orchard. The produce that is harvested is available to all, encouraging healthy diets and providing a valuable resource for students who may be on a budget. The garden is not just about growing however, it is also a place to enjoy wildlife, have lunch or simply relax surrounded by nature. Volunteer gardening sessions take place every Wednesday 12noon-2pm. We’re all novices and enjoy the learning experience in trialling new produce and making friends. Equipment is provided, and tasks include sowing, watering, weeding, path relaying and general maintenance of a natural landscape. Every volunteer needs to complete an induction. Would you like to get involved? If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the Sustainability Team through edible-garden@greenwich.ac.uk so we can arrange a time to meet.
Gardening,Environmental
Conservation, Gardening
No experience required. Gardening tasks will typically require a light level of fitness. Tools will be supplied. An appreciation for the natural environment is a bonus!
Learning about organic growing, basic gardening skills and the opportunity to be outside in a natural environment.
Two hours; volunteering sessions are every Wednesday between 12-2pm (unless otherwise stated).
SE9 2UG
University of Greenwich Avery Hill Campus SE9 2UG
A map of the campus, and directions to the garden will be supplied following initial contact.
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