Lambhill Stables

Our Garden

The community garden is located adjacent to the Stables building in a site of stunning natural beauty.  The garden is bordered by the Forth and Clyde canal on one side, and the Possil Marsh Nature Reserve and bird sanctuary on the other, which makes it a unique setting-off point for exploring the natural and cultural heritage of the area.

Many different groups have been involved in working with the community gardener to transform the land from a disused and overgrown field into a thriving and productive garden growing vegetables, herbs, fruits and flowers. Some of the people and groups involved are:  volunteers from the local community; community service workers; school groups and mental health groups.

Working with these volunteers and groups, the garden staff aim to:

1. Create a safe and inviting green space for people of all ages to use and enjoy.

2.  Increase the biodiversity of the area by creating wildlife habitats and using organic gardening methods.

3.  Provide an educational environment where volunteers can learn about, and participate in a range of activities including:

• Growing organic vegetables, herbs, fruits and flowers.
• Recycling and reusing a range of garden and building materials.
• Healthy eating and local food production.
• Harvesting, preparing and preserving produce.

All the food that is grown in the garden is distributed to the people and groups who participate in the project. Local cooks work with the gardener to harvest produce which is prepared and eaten at weekly lunches.

Our community gardener Anne is always looking for new volunteers to help out at the garden and you don’t have to have any gardening experience .. all age levels and abilities are welcome! Volunteering is a great way to meet people, learn new skills and take home free food – all in a beautiful outdoor setting! Volunteer hours are Tuesday-Friday 10am-3pm .. just come along during these times or else call or e-mail us on 0141 945 4100 or anne@lambhillstables.org.