Flower Friday – Volunteer Gardening in Crystal Palace
Invisible Palace
Join our friendly, inclusive gardening group based in Crystal Palace. All welcome, no experience needed.
•Volunteers are supported by a professional gardener to maintain a seasonal garden with flowers, bulbs and perennial plants popular with bees and other insects •Sessions run from 10am until 12noon every Friday •You will learn to identify different plants •You will have the chance to take part in a range of tasks depending on the season, such as pruning, planting and weeding •You will work as part of a small supportive team •Volunteers may occasionally work alongside other groups •Volunteers are invited to join group visits to other gardens and projects from time to time
Gardening / Conservation,Environmental
Gardening
No experience required for this role. All equipment and tools provided.
•Be part of a small supportive team •Spend time outdoors and work with nature •Learn about different plants and tasks throughout the season such as pruning and planting •Meet new people from your local area •Contribute to flowerbeds that are appreciated by local people •Join in occasional visits to other gardens and exhibitions •Pre-agreed out of pocket expenses covered •Previous volunteers have gone on to further training or employment
Up to 2 hours per week
SE19 2BA
The Vicar's Oak, Corner of Crystal Palace Parade & Anerley Hill, Crystal Palace, London SE19 2BA
•Flowerbeds on the corner of Crystal Palace Parade & Anerley Hill near Crystal Palace bus station at the main gate to the park. •Google maps - search for The Vicar's Oak •Nearest train station: Crystal Palace •Nearest bus stops: Westow Hill; Crystal Palace Bus Station; Anerley Hill/Crystal Palace.
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