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Welcome to the Friends of Garrowby Orchard Community page. A group of local residents took up the challenge. You do not need permission to visit.

We are a group of local residents and volunteers who have been invited by Hull City Council to care for the Setting D**e Community Greenspace since 2018. Freinds of Garrowby Orchard Community
FRIENDS OF GARROWBY ORCHARD COMMUNITY·TUESDAY, 11 AUGUST 2020·
Local residents were invited by Hull City Council to look after and manage the land of the old Setting D**e Junior School in Derringham, West Hull. Since then the 2.5 hectare site of community woodland, community orchard and greenspace has been open to any one at anytime of the year to come and explore and experience nature in the city of Hull. It is managed with the lightest of touches so that nature and biodiversity can thrive and increase for all our benefit. Residents and volunteers keep the fields clear of litter. We also keep the Willerby Carr D**e free of the usual rubbish often dumped into urban water courses. It has become a home to various water insects, fish, amphibians, reptiles and small mammals. The diversity of plant life has increased as nature takes advantage of the space. It is open to any one at anytime. The footpaths make it accessible to wheelchairs and baby buggies. We have a five-a-side football pitch and hard standing for exercise and recreation. The footpaths allow for running and walking exercise. Dog walkers are welcome (please pick up after your dog as the footpaths and football pitch do get used a lot by adults, families and children). You can find us in Derringham Ward here https://www.google.com/maps/place/Setting+D**e+Community+Green+Space/@53.7627058,-0.4095365,17.52z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x4878bff929d9f239:0xb50f99c3e58803d5!8m2!3d53.7627404!4d-0.4072649
Please enjoy your visit and please leave the Setting D**e Community Greenspace as green as you found it. Thank you from all the residents and volunteers.

31/10/2026

From dry to wet...October. Not a lot happening except nature preparing for winter. Lots of colour and berries...and the odd fox.

14/10/2026

A new group to follow https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61595472565752

Species rich grasslands

01/09/2026

August...another hot and rainless month. Yet the wildlife and humans are still using the greenspace to their benefit. Northern Wildlings demonstrated bushcraft skills and what could be foraged from the greenspace...and had fun with paintballing. Amazing to see so many young people and adults enjoying themselves on the greenspace. Thanks to all our photographers and Council for support. And a great place to view the eclipse.

13/08/2026

12/08/2026

It is absolutely fantastic to see so many families and neighbours gathering at the Setting D**e Community Greenspace to witness the solar eclipse together. Our local green spaces are vital community hubs, and seeing the orchard and pathways filled with people sharing this rare, spectacular event reminds us how special this space truly is.

05/08/2026

During an engaging foraging workshop today with Northern Wildlings at the Setting D**e community green space, local children transformed into eager nature detectives. As they explored the vibrant green space, the children learned to identify various native trees and plants by examining the unique shapes of their leaves, the texture of their bark, and the scent of their crushed foliage. The guides from Northern Wildings brought the landscape to life, teaching the young participants not just the names of the flora, but also their historical and practical uses. Children discovered how certain wild plants could be used for food, how others possessed natural healing properties for soothing nettle stings, and how specific trees provided the best wood for crafting and fire-lighting. This hands-on outdoor experience bridged the gap between nature and daily life, leaving the children with a deep appreciation for the environment right in their own neighborhood.

04/08/2026

Young people matter and need to be heard. If your youngster is keen on nature and wildlife then this could be for them.

31/07/2026

July was Painted Lady month. This butterfly was everywhere, including the thistle on the Community Greenspace. The Brown butterflies were a rabble in the long grasses. And there was the human presence for the annual Picnic Day event. Supported as ever by the amazing team at Back to Ours who brought you the Eclectic Orchestra. You also headbanged to SHADOWSLAVE and their energy. Humber Wave Radio provided summer grooves. Thanks to Hull & East Riding Friends of The Earth for spreading the word about their Tree Stories project. And last but not least, Humber Fire & Rescue for their tour of the fire tender: they know our Greenspace very well by now. Bust most of all, thanks to you who turned up to make the event what it is...a very relaxed family fun afternoon. Thanks to our resident photographers. Their pictures are an ongoing record of what we have and do.

18/07/2026

Another lovely chilled Picnic event on the Community Greenspace. Supported by Back to Ours who brought us the Eclectic Orchestra. Plus! an awesome rocking set by Hull band Shadow Slave and grooves from Humber Wave Radio. Thanks to Humberside Fire & Rescue for attending...and their 5 a-side team who took on our local 5 a-siders. And last but not least, thanks to all who turned up to make a relaxed afternoon...relaxed. Oh, and some local cowboy who seemed to know everyone. Cheers. 🤘🤘🔥🔥🙏🙏

18/07/2026

Awesome music from a great Hull band. What a gig. 🤘🤘🔥🔥

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Setting D**e Community Greenspace
Kingston Upon Hull
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