Wasteland to Wildlife Garden
Posted on July 27th, 2008 by Agent Adams
Chesterton Community College, Cambridge.
We have been developing our school wasteland into a wildlife community garden for 2 years. The new garden has improved the school environment, created facilities for birds and wildlife. It offers a safe and peaceful space for members of the public to enjoy.
We applied for various grants and received money from Cambridgeshire County Council (Sustainability Grant) and money for Gifted and Talented summer school projects. This money was put towards working with a professional designer, paying for steps, a pond, plants, bird feeders and a raised flower bed. We have received volunteer help from students, parents and friends.
The garden was officially opened on April 21st 2007. The event included: a plant stall, card making, a treasure hunt, …
