Oak Garden Raploch

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A voluntary organisation that develops a community garden in Raploch, Stirling. A free growing space. This garden is open 24/7.

The Oak Garden team aims to play a small but meaningful part in the broader desire to regenerate the neighbourhood and give new opportunities to citizens. We are developing a multifunctional garden to enrich people's lives in the local and broader community and increase biodiversity. In addition, we are creating a hub for local schools and citizens to learn new skills, gain confidence, enjoy socialising outdoors, and obtain the therapeutic benefits of gardening. Also, we can provide work experience and vocational rehabilitation. We grow an abundance of crops with a sheltered position and fertile ground. We are fully sustainable without water or electricity supply; hence, we collect water from the rain and have solar panels. From it, we obtain sustainable and affordable products that can be used for food banks and neighbours or to create meals at local schools. This will, in turn, strengthen people's understanding and appreciation for where their food comes from. Also, citizens can learn the whole process of growing those and use the skills learned to grow their vegetables in their gardens or homes. We work with many organisations that help us flourish and can book the space to develop workshops without charge. With this, we aim to encourage people to participate in activities created for them. At the same time, entertain them and teach them how to live more resiliently and sustainably.

10/12/2024

Hello neighbours!

I hope you all are doing well. Here at the garden, we are still moving forward, although at a different pace than in previous years. I'm excited to share that we have received our Level 4 It's Your Neighbourhood Award! I am still surprised (for good!) at how far we have come with the garden despite the challenges we’ve faced and our limited time to keep the project running.

Thank you, everyone, for appreciating all the effort we put into this. I’d like to remind you that this garden would not have been possible without our main volunteers, Frank and Dave, who do all the hard work to keep it tidy and thriving!

Here, Alexia! 😎

19/03/2024

Hello neighbours! 🌻

Green Action Trust contacted us because they are undertaking a community consultation to seek feedback on the current greenspace and the new initial proposals for the greenspace along Glendevon Drive.

The consultation will close on Sunday, 24th March 2024, at midnight.

For more details, please visit the project webpage here: https://greenactiontrust.org/project/glendevon-drive-greenspace/
There, a link can be found to an online survey.

Please use this opportunity to have your say and share your opinions.

Have a lovely day, and enjoy today's fantastic sunny day! ☀️

Here: Alexia! 😎

17/12/2023

Hello neighbours and gardeners!

🎉🌟🏆 We're thrilled to announce that our project has reached Level 5 - Outstanding with Keep Scotland Beautiful! 🌟🏆🎉

This incredible achievement wouldn't have been possible without the dedication, passion, and hard work of everyone involved. From our amazing team of gardeners led by the phenomenal Dave and Frank to every supporter, volunteer, and enthusiast—this is YOUR accomplishment as much as it is ours! 🌼😍👏🏼

Reaching Level 5 is a testament to the collective effort and commitment to creating a more beautiful, sustainable, and vibrant community. Thank you all for your unwavering support and enthusiasm that has propelled us to this outstanding milestone! 🌟🌳

Let's continue to grow, inspire, and make an even greater impact together! 🌿💚

Here, Alexia! 😎

10/10/2023

Our grapevine plant is giving fruits! 🤩🤩

23/09/2023

Tomatoes are growing great at the Oak Garden! I was lucky to get some! 🍅🤩

06/08/2023

Today I want to highlight our personalised merchandise from Personalised Product Solutions. Here is a picture of Dave and Alexia. I believe this is the only picture it is clearly seen our Oak Garden uniform. They have made our jumpers, t-shirts and gave us a keyring with the Oak Garden logo! We have used Personalised Product Solutions at different times, and I can say that it has been super reliable from the beginning, very helpful and always perfect with the deadline of the product, if not better! 🤩 I strongly recommend giving them a call if you need any merchandise for your organization, for a birthday or even for school items. They are fantastic! Please, ask for Cheryl, the lovely person running the business.

Thanks so much for our uniforms Personalised Product Solutions 😍😍

Here, Alexia! 🌻

05/08/2023

What a great day we had today! Here are pictures of what we have been doing.

Thanks to everyone who participated in this community event! A big highlight to Graham Whitehouse from Whitehouse Foraging, which kept everyone interested and entertained! 🙌🏼

04/08/2023

Hello neighbours!

Remember that tomorrow, we have a community event. Today I was getting refreshments and snacks! Here looks like we are ready! Are you ready?? 🤩🤩

See you tomorrow!!

Address

Elm Street
Stirling
FK81SZ

Website

https://www.linkedin.com/company/oak-garden

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