Whorterbank is a local authority-owned, high-rise, residential neighbourhood ranked in the lowest 1% according to the Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation. The idea for a community garden in Whorterbank was initiated in January 2015 by the local tenants’ association: the Phoenix Group. Pilot food-growing areas were established to publicise the concept and attract attention.
The Community Garden has revitalised the residents’ association and established reciprocal contacts with the newly-opened Whorterbank food larder. Gardeners have initiated wildlife projects and astronomy nights as well as popular events throughout the year.
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