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Why Volunteer?

What are the benefits of community gardening? Gardening and particularly gardening as a group has a lot of health benefits, both physically and can benefit wellbeing too. Better physical health Can be achieved through: Better mental health Social inclusion New skills Improved wellbeing from being close to nature

Ukulele Strum

Join us on most Saturdays from 4.00-5.30 PM for a Ukulele Strum session in the Roundhouse or around the fire if weather permits. Date and timeMost Saturday’s 4.00pm – 5.30pm GMTPlease sign up using the link below About this eventMeadow Orchard Project151 Park Road, London N8 8JD Suggested donation £5Voluntary Donations towards MOP accepted ForContinue reading “Ukulele Strum”

Meadow AGM

Our Annual General Meeting is currently scheduled for Saturday 15th June ’24. Venue is the Roundhouse at the Meadow Orchard Project. Agenda and further details to be posted here. Meadow Orchard AGM Details Date: Saturday, 15th June 2024Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pmLocation: Meadow Orchard Project Please email any suggested agenda items to: meadoworchardproject@gmail.com

Visioning Meeting

We are excited to host a continuation of our visioning meeting on the 25th of May at the Meadow Orchard Project. The prior session, earlier this month was a great opportunity for our members and volunteers to share their ideas on core values and the stakeholders around the project. Key areas were nurturing nature, communityContinue reading “Visioning Meeting”

I Dig Trees

The right trees for the right places! Meadow Orchard Project is a part of the Conservation Volunteers (TCV) “I Dig Trees Campaign”. We have received over 900 tree and native hedging saplings including; Crab apple, Hawthorn, Rowan, Elder, Dogwood and Dog Rose. These trees will create a varied wildlife friendly bio-diverse boundary hedge around the site.Continue reading “I Dig Trees”

#GoodToGrow2024

The growing season really starts in earnest in April with longer days, (hopefully) warmer weather and less likelihood of frost! This year we are signed up with London Capital Growth’s Good To Grow campaign. This is a great incentive to really share what different community gardens are growing, encourage people to get outside, engage withContinue reading “#GoodToGrow2024”

Squirrel Scouts @ MOP

We are delighted to announce that Islington Meadow Squirrel Scouts are looking to start Squirrel Scouts at the Meadow Orchard Project! Join us on Saturday 23rd March for an Easter Egg hunt and fun packed open day! 9.30 until 11.00 am at the Meadow Orchard, 151 Park Road, N8 8JD

Soil Blocking and Seed Sowing

We are trying micro soil blockers for sowing our seeds this year. A soil blocker creates a little compact block of seed compost which thanks to the soil blocker holds itself together into a little cube! The soil blocker also leaves a handy little divot on top in which to place the seed. The microContinue reading “Soil Blocking and Seed Sowing”

Winter Work in Progress: Seasonal Gardening and Sustainable Projects

Explore the exciting winter work in progress at Meadow Orchard Project! As we embrace the colder months, our community continues to work on seasonal gardening projects and sustainable initiatives. From preparing the garden for spring to maintaining our eco-friendly structures, there’s always something happening at MOP. Check out our latest updates and see how we’re making the most of winter while fostering sustainability and community involvement!

Our Year in Review 2023 on iNaturalist

Check out our Year in Review 2023 on iNaturalist! Over the past year, our community has made incredible contributions by documenting local wildlife and tracking biodiversity through our iNaturalist project. From stunning plant discoveries to rare animal sightings, we’ve built a valuable collection of observations. Explore our highlights, see what was spotted, and get inspired to join us in 2024 to continue exploring and documenting the nature around us!