21/05/2026
Congratulations to Strabane Community Project on the news that their Community Garden won Gold at Chelsea Flower Show. So exciting!
We cannot wait to join you for a cuppa when this garden lands back into Strabane.
An inspirational and hopeful place.
The garden was inspired by the way food banks, and the communities that support them, come together to help those on the lowest incomes.
It’s a powerful reminder of the work Strabane Community Project and others do.
The theme of togetherness is woven throughout the garden’s design: intersecting paths, a shared seating area, and a reciprocal frame structure made from individual timbers interlaced for strength and stability.
These elements represent how communities can hold each other up and come together to create a stronger whole.
The garden is built using sustainable construction methods, including non-cementitious paving foundations that allow for full reuse, sustainably sourced timber for the frame and benches, and CAD/CNC fabrication to ensure precision and minimise material waste.
“Our garden makes a powerful statement, that when people come together, we can end hunger.
"Created in partnership with Trussell, it’s a space for both community gatherings and quiet, intimate conversations. It unites people in their shared belief that change is possible, a place where beauty meets purpose.,” said the designer Rob Hardy.
“Last year, food banks in the Trussell community provided nearly 3 million parcels for people facing hardship. That's over 50% more than the same period five years ago. It's not right that anyone faces hunger in the UK – we should all have enough money for the essentials. The garden tells the story of how, together, we can end hunger in the UK with everyone playing their part.”
Garden legacy
The garden is being relocated to Strabane Foodbank, part of the Trussell community in Northern Ireland.
https://www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events/rhs-chelsea-flower-show/gardens/2026/trussells-together
