Join our FREE 6-week Community Garden Training Course in Aberdeen! Learn practical growing skills with expert guidance from One Seed Forward

Come and grow with us!

We’re launching a FREE 6-week Community Garden Training Course — perfect for anyone who wants to get involved in Aberdeen’s growing movement!

Whether you’re brand new to gardening, want to help in the Gairn Community Garden, or just fancy learning some new skills outdoors, this friendly, practical course is for you.

Starting Sunday 23rd Aug, 1–3pm, you’ll join a small group (maximum 10 people) for relaxed, hands-on sessions led by the fantastic team from One Seed Forward.

Over 6 weeks, you’ll learn:

• How to Start a Community Garden – Organising your group, choosing what to grow, getting started

• Garden Design Basics – Making a plan that works for everyone

• Soil & Compost – How to build healthy soil and make your own compost

• Germinating and Propagating – How to start seeds and multiply plants

• Planting and Tending – Looking after your crops through the seasons

• Harvesting and Eating – Picking and using the fruits of your labour!

Details:

• Dates: Sundays, starting 23rd Aug

• Time: 1pm–3pm

• Location: Gairn Community Garden (near Gairn Terrace, Aberdeen)

• Cost: Free! (But booking is essential)

• Places: Limited to 10 participants to keep it personal and hands-on

What’s Included:

• All materials and training booklets

• Friendly, expert tuition

• A welcoming space to meet new people and get your hands dirty (in a good way!)

Who Should Come:

• Community members of all ages

• Families, beginners, budding gardeners

• Anyone interested in growing food, supporting nature, and building community!

About the Trainer:

One Seed Forward is a local Aberdeen charity promoting healthy eating, sustainable living, and community growing. Find out more at oneseedforward.co.uk.

Spaces are limited – book now and be part of something amazing in Aberdeen!

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