An open day was held at Cumbrae Community Garden on Saturday. Many people visited and were able to talk to plot holders about growing organic vegetables, sample produce , see a willow weaving demonstration and take part in activities including a workshop to make illuminated flowers for the forthcoming Festival of Light.

Application forms for a plot at Cumbrae Community Garden and membership of Friends of the Garden are available from the CCG Bothy in the Garrison grounds.

A group of visitors to the garden are pictured making flowers using recycled drinks bottles which will be displayed as an illuminated installation at the Festival of Light on September 24th.

The aim of our community garden is to encourage members of the local community to grow organic fruit and vegetables. Their ethos is to encourage healthy eating, share knowledge about growing food and foster community spirit. The garden is run on co-operative principles with each member allocated a raised bed and growing space in their poly-tunnels. Experienced and novice gardeners are welcome to become plot-holders.

The community garden is based within the grounds of the Garrison. For more details, email mazdamunn@hotmail.co.uk