Overlooking the sea along the Stonehaven boardwalk is The Haven’s teaching garden and growing space.
In May 2022, in partnership with One Seed Forward, we received funding from the Communities Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund to offer free Grow Your Own courses. The food cultivated in this space was also made available in our Larder.
To enhance food sovereignty within the local community, we host educational events, workshops, and gardening drop-in sessions. Our programs, including learning to grow plants from cuttings and seed-saving workshops, equip individuals with skills and knowledge that improve access to food.
Additionally, the garden composts any food waste collected from our Community Fridge at the Inspire by Stonehaven charity shop on Allardice Street.
Future developments at The Haven Plot include:
- Increasing compost production with the help of worms.
- Establishing more perennials to support our pollinator friends and enhance resilience to climate and weather changes.
- Developing a medicinal herb garden to provide the community with access to plants that promote health and well-being.
Join us as we cultivate knowledge, connection, and sustainability in our community.
“To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.”
Audrey Hepburn
