Space2grow – A Magical Wild Garden in Farnham.

I had a wonderful afternoon with Suzanne at space2grow’s magical wild garden in Farnham for their Big Lunch. Located just behind St Andrews Church behind a small wooden door is a place of wonder! Founded by Lou James, if offers local people the opportunity to connect with others in the great outdoors, through horticulture and conversation. Emphasis is on enabling people to reconnect with nature, each other and themselves. They offer group activities across generational and socio-economic divides in the beautiful outdoor space (and in a big indoor ‘talking shed’), for a huge variety of individuals, schools and community groups, all of whom live locally.

The Big Lunch was an invitation to share friendship and food. Suzanne had made her legendary chocolate biscuit cake, which was very soon demolished by the many schoolchildren who were there. I am seen in the photo here with the wonderful school children from Potters Gate school who were avidly interested to know what a High Sheriff was! The Lord Lieutenant also came for lunch and we enjoyed talking with the many volunteers and members of the Community who clearly enjoy their time at space2grow; as did we.

Visit Space2grow’s Website HERE.