Cambridge edible garden
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• The project started as a collaboration between Cambridge Hub, Transition, The Environment & Energy Department & Murray Edwards College gardeners
• Our main aim was to bring students, university staff and the local community together to grow food and share skills
• Students indicated interest in local food issues, local biodiversity and working with residents
Why?
• Disused car-park, about the size of a regular allotment
• Project is run by volunteers: we’ve had 50 volunteers since we began
What?
• We grow food on site, then eat it. Simple!
• The project raises awareness of sustainable lifestyles and provides practical experience
• Access to nature, stress relief and time outdoors
What are the benefits?
• If your project relies on a volunteer base, think about continuity
• There is no such thing as too much outreach & publicity
• Give your volunteers autonomy over the project
• Consider how you’re going to cover your costs
Tips, advice & lessons learned
• Website: www.camediblegarden.org
• Facebook: ‘Cambridge Edible Garden’
• Twitter: /CamEdibleGarden
Get involved & find out more