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What is it all about?

FUNDING

The initial project started back in June 2018 when we were informed that our funding application to the Postcode Local Trust was successful and we were awarded £19,985 to create an outdoor community classroom.

THE AIM

The aim of the project was to secure an overgrown allotment plot and transform it into an outdoor networked community classroom; enabling people to develop life, employability, and horticulture skills, improve confidence and participate in physical activity.  It was also hoped that produce could be used in our community centre and funds reinvested back into the project.

The project began in earnest in September 2018 when we appointed a Project Coordinator who set about creating new relationships and links with local schools, businesses, and community organisations. 

SO FAR

2018 - From this.....

Allotment at the very start

2021 - To this.....

You can follow our Allotment Blog to keep up to date with the day-to-day running of the allotment, and also check out the latest developments to find out about the people and companies who have supported us throughout it all.

Published: 1st August, 2018

Updated: 13th October, 2022

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Location: Bearwood Road Allotments, Dale Street, Smethwick, B66 4HX

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