There are hundreds of projects across the north looking for people like you to get involved - and we can guarantee they'll be grateful for your support 🌻

Here's just a couple of ways your new year's resolution could be achieved at a community garden! But there's so many more too... maybe you're looking to prioritize your mental health, connect with nature ore meet new people!

Studies show that new year's resolutions that involve other people are the ones most likely to succeed. So why not integrate your 2025 goal with your local green community hub?

Whether you're a founding member of a community garden or just getting started on your volunteering journey, thank-you for your commitment to building a movement of resilient green spaces in 2024!

We identified & recorded different species at the site using iNaturalist. Capturing a snapshot of what wildlife is in the local community will allow us to see the biodiversity impact of improving this green community hub over the coming seasons. 🌱

📝🌻 Plan your 2025 garden!
Now is the ideal time to get planning for next year's planting. Sketch layouts, order seeds and research plants to stay organised and get the ball rolling with your garden projects.

🌳🌿 Plant bare-root trees & shrubs
December’s dormancy makes it perfect for planting bare-root trees. Choose a frost-free day and give them a strong start for spring growth.

🌨️❄️ Protect tender plants
Frost can be a killer. Wrap sensitive plants in horticultural fleece or bubble wrap. Move potted plants to sheltered areas and into greenhouses. Keep them snug to survive the chill.

🌱 Care for overwintering crops
Garlic, onions, and broad beans need a little TLC over winter. Keep weeds in check and cover crops with fleece during harsh frosts. A little effort now will ensure a bountiful early harvest next year!

🪶🐾 Install bird & hedgehog boxes
Winter’s tough for wildlife. Install nesting boxes for birds and cozy spots for hedgehogs. Place boxes sheltered from rain and facing away from harsh winds if you can.

Finally, we uplift the work of green community hubs. Hubs are inherently social spaces that reduce loneliness, enable community cohesion, foster a sense of belonging and make a positive impact on our environment. And we think that's something worth celebrating. 🌻

We also run events for our members, providing networking and peer support opportunities for projects from all over the North!

We know that funding is a huge issue for many hubs, so we do our best to support projects to access the resources they need. We scour the web for funding opportunities and signpost to these in our monthly newsletters, as well as providing in-depth guides on writing funding bids.

We also train and up-skill volunteers who run green community hubs, empowering green leaders and ensuring these vital spaces are here for the long run.