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Community garden project aims to bring Ipswich residents together

An Ipswich charity is launching free courses to help residents build connections and develop new skills through gardening and nature-based activities at two community gardens.

The big picture: ActivLives, which runs community health and wellbeing programmes across Ipswich, is offering its Grow Your Future course at two locations in the town:

  • Chantry Walled Garden, starting 11 February

  • The People's Community Garden on Halifax Road, starting 12 February

  • Each course runs for 12 weeks and offers five hours of activities per session.

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The free courses help residents build connections and develop new skills through gardening and nature-based activities

Details: The courses will help participants:

  • Learn practical gardening and horticulture skills

  • Get involved in nature conservation

  • Build confidence in a supportive environment

  • Connect with other community members

Getting involved: Interested residents can attend open days to learn more:

  • 21 January, 10:00-14:00 at Chantry Walled Garden

  • 22 January, 10:00-14:00 at The People's Community Garden

What they're saying: Project Manager Susannah Robirosa said the sessions will be "fun, social, welcoming" and "tailored towards personal goals."

The bottom line: The free courses are open to anyone aged 16 and above, with no previous gardening experience required. Residents can contact ActivLives on 01473 345350 to secure their place.

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