MP brings gardens in Wrexham into the spotlight this week
MP for Wrexham
At this time of year as Spring bursts into life, we appreciate the spaces of sanctuary and growth in our community – its gardens.
In Wrexham we are so fortunate to have several different projects across the area, many maintained by volunteers who spend hours tending to them for the benefit of others. Here are just a few of the many examples we have:
Incredible Edible are a group of wonderful volunteers who maintain a number of sites in Wrexham with the idea of growing food for free.
They have their Rhosddu allotment alongside Mount Street and Madeira Hill sites.
They also support the Broom Grove Community Garden on Caia Park which is a fantastic example of community growing.
Their volunteer days are on their Facebook page so look out for them.
The Growing Space Garden at Caia Park Partnership is also a great project looking for volunteers.
Please contact CPP for details of how to get involved.
Community gardens can be found around Wrexham.
For example, the Plas Pentwyn garden in Coedpoeth which also has an orchard, is maintained by volunteers including children from local schools.
There is also a new community garden in Gwersyllt which started last month.
The common thread here, alongside the idea of growing food is also about developing new skills and making connections with people and maybe finding a new passion.
2 of our high schools Ysgol Rhosnesni and Ysgol Clywedog have successful gardening initiatives in their schools as enrichment for students.
And there are also some wonderful projects in our primary schools, encouraging the pupils to understand where food comes from and the importance of a healthy diet.
Erlas Walled Garden is very much a hidden gem in our community.
Not only is it a beautiful space but the opportunities it gives to its beneficiaries are immense, supporting them to learn new skills and grow in confidence.
Gardens are so much more than about planting, the bigger picture is so important.
They help to foster a sense of pride in our communities as well as the benefits for the environment and our mental health.
As your MP these are real priorities for me.
As ever, if you have any queries or concerns or you have an issue that you would like me to try and assist you with, please do not hesitate to contact me on 01978 788854 or Andrew.Ranger.mp@parliament.uk
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