A community garden project based in Maryhill has been shortlisted for the Nature of Scotland Awards.
The Bee Happy Garden, developed by The Women’s Centre Glasgow in partnership with the RSPB’s Giving Nature a Home programme, is a finalist in the health and wellbeing category.
The awards, organised by RSPB Scotland, celebrate projects that make a positive impact on nature and the environment across the country.
Bee Happy Garden Sign(Image: RSPB Scotland)
Racheal Smith, manager at The Women’s Centre Glasgow, said: “We are thrilled to have been shortlisted in the health and wellbeing category.
“Through hard work, dedication and a lot of laughter, the Bee Happy Garden has become an important space for people and nature in the heart of Maryhill.”
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Supported by funds from the People’s Postcode Lottery, the Bee Happy Garden transforms underused outdoor space into a welcoming area for both people and wildlife.
Over the past year, participants have installed bat and bird boxes, planted fruit trees and wildflowers, planted herbs and vegetables, set up bird feeders, and taken part in nature discovery walks and a solstice well-being afternoon.
Building Willow Dome Bee Happy Garden(Image: RSPB Scotland)
The project was announced as a finalist at the Nature of Scotland Awards Shortlist Reception at the Scottish Parliament, hosted by Karen Adam MSP.
Winners in all 10 categories will be revealed at a ceremony at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre on November 20.
Vegetable beds in the Bee Happy Garden(Image: RSPB Scotland)
Anne McCall, director of RSPB Scotland, said: “Every year, the Nature of Scotland Awards celebrate people and projects going that extra mile to make a difference for nature in their local communities.
“We can’t tackle the nature and climate crisis alone, and it is heartening to hear the inspiring stories of people coming together to protect species and improve spaces for nature.”
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