We’re creating a brand new Community Garden in Stapleford – and you’re invited to help shape it.
A 1000sqm space – similar to the size of a swimming pool – has been earmarked for the project, in the grounds of the Stapleford Community Pavilion on Hickings Lane.
We want the garden to become a welcoming place where people can grow food, learn new skills, support nature, meet others, and feel part of something shared. But we need your help – We’re inviting local residents, groups, schools and organisations to help shape the vision, steer the project, and bring it to life. Complete a short survey by the end of February:
Email us: grownotts@gmail.com
Ideas for the garden could include:
Growing and food
Community growing beds
Shared vegetable plots
Herb gardens, fruit trees and berry bushes
Seed‑sowing and propagation space
Nature and biodiversity
Wildlife‑friendly planting and pollinator areas
Wildflower or meadow-style planting
Bug hotels and bird‑friendly features
Biodiversity and habitat installations
Learning and skills
Informal outdoor learning
Gardening and food‑growing workshops
Climate and biodiversity education
Children’s nature-based sessions
Wellbeing and health
Calm spaces for rest and reflection
Mental health and wellbeing sessions
Mindfulness and nature‑connection activities
Children and families
Nature play and exploration
Hands‑on planting activities
Bug hunts and wildlife discovery
Creative outdoor play and family events
A safe space for children to explore nature
Creativity and culture
Art and craft workshops
Outdoor creative sessions
Community-led art installations
Seasonal celebrations and gatherings
Community and social connection
Spaces for informal socialising
Community events and open days
Volunteer gardening sessions
Shared meals and food moments
Opportunities for pride, ownership and connection
Built with the community
This garden will be built alongside local people. We’re already connecting with groups based at the Pavilion and, with support from the council and community partners, we’re reaching further across Stapleford.
Other nearby community gardens— like Bulwell Forest Garden, Cotgrave Community Garden, and Electric Daisy in Derby — show how these spaces bring people together, support mental and physical wellbeing, build confidence, reduce loneliness, and strengthen care for the local environment.
Stapleford’s garden aims to do the same.
Get involved
Whether you want to grow vegetables, support wildlife, run activities, meet people, or simply enjoy the space, we’d love to hear from you.
Email – grownotts@gmail.com
Complete our surveys:
Come and help create something special for Stapleford.
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