Our Locations
Let's Grow Preston manages two gardens: Ashton Walled Garden and Grange Community Garden.
Our volunteers book slots of one-two hour sessions to help us maintain the gardens, grow food and create a sense of pride and community within Preston.
At our sites we welcome volunteers of all ages, needs and gardening experience. We follow the principles of Horticultural Therapy to help benefit the mental and physical wellbeing of the people of Preston.
We also facilitate training within horticulture and a variety of workshops.
All our sites have wheelchair access and have toilet facilities (including disabled access).
If you would like volunteer with us just come along to one of the gardens during our opening hours or register online to become a volunteer and we'll get in touch.
OUR SITES
ASHTON WALLED GARDEN
Site Features:
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Small pavilion with kitchen and toilets
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Peace Garden – a calm space for relaxation and reflection
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Edible Garden – fruits, vegetables, and herbs you can help grow
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Formal Garden – structured planting and beautiful floral displays
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Outdoor Workspace – tools, benches, and areas for group projects
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Polytunnel – protected growing space for seasonal plants
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Plants for Sale – take home some of our lovingly grown plants
Accessibility & Amenities:
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Wheelchair accessible throughout
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Toilet facilities, including disabled access
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Outdoor seating and shaded areas for breaks
Volunteer Experience:
At Ashton Walled Garden, volunteers can expect hands-on gardening activities, including planting, weeding, harvesting, and caring for both edible and ornamental plants. There’s also space for workshops, training sessions, and community projects, all in a supportive and friendly environment.
What Volunteers Can Expect at Ashton Walled Garden:
Arrival & Check-In:
When you arrive at Ashton Walled Garden, you’ll find Ben, our Delivery Manager, on site to greet volunteers and help with orientation. Depending on the day, Annie (CEO of LGP) or Jessica (Communications & Marketing Officier) may also be available to answer questions.
When you arrive, please add your name to our volunteer sign-in book, and don’t forget to sign out when you leave! This helps us keep track of visitors and ensures everyone is safe and accounted for. Please remember to sign in and out on every visit to a Let’s Grow Preston site.
Orientation:
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Volunteers will be shown around the garden and introduced to the different areas, including the Peace Garden, Edible Garden, Formal Garden, Outdoor Workspace, and Polytunnel.
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You’ll be briefed on any tasks for the session, which could include planting, weeding, harvesting, or helping with workshops.
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Safety and accessibility guidance will be provided to ensure everyone has a positive experience.
Activities:
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Hands-on gardening tasks suitable for all experience levels
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Supporting horticultural workshops and training sessions
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Opportunities to interact with other volunteers and be part of the Preston community
Extras:
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Refreshment breaks and outdoor seating are available.
Tips:
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Wear comfortable clothes and gloves
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Closed-toe shoes recommended
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Bring water and sun protection if needed
Let's Grow Preston Delivery Manager - Ben
Location:
Ashton Park, Pedders Lane, Ashton, Preston, PR2 1HL
Contact:
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LGP CEO: Annie – 07535 836264
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Marketing & Communications Officer : Jessica – 07535 836281
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Delivery Manager: Ben – 07961 434525
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Email: letsgrowpreston@gmail.com
GRANGE COMMUNITY GARDEN
Site Features:
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Kitchen facilities and toilets
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Two large polytunnels for seasonal growing
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Vegetable plots and individual growing beds
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Huge herbaceous border
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Fruit shrubbery
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Orchard and pond
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Willow structures
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Outdoor stone pizza oven
Volunteer Experience:
At Grange Community Garden, volunteers can expect hands-on gardening activities, including planting, weeding, harvesting, and caring for both edible and ornamental plants. There’s also space for workshops, training sessions, and community projects, all in a supportive and friendly environment.
What Volunteers Can Expect at Grange Community Garden:
Arrival & Check-In:
When you arrive at Grange Community Garden, you’ll find Chris, our Horticulture Officer, on site to greet volunteers and help with orientation.
When you arrive, please add your name to our volunteer sign-in book, and don’t forget to sign out when you leave! This helps us keep track of visitors and ensures everyone is safe and accounted for. Please remember to sign in and out on every visit to a Let’s Grow Preston site.
Orientation & Activities:
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Volunteers are shown around the garden, including polytunnels, vegetable plots, herbaceous borders, orchard, pond, and willow structures.
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Tasks can include planting, weeding, harvesting, general garden maintenance, or supporting workshops and community projects.
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Activities are designed for all levels of gardening experience.
Extras:
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Refreshment breaks and outdoor seating are available.
Tips:
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Wear comfortable clothes and gloves
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Closed-toe shoes recommended
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Bring water and sun protection if needed
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Let's Grow Preston Horticulture Officer - Chris
Location:
Off Fir Trees Avenue, Ribbleton, Preston, PR2 6QW
Contact:
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LGP CEO: Annie – 07535 836264
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Marketing & Communications Officer : Jessica – 07535 836281
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Horticultural Officer: Chris Taylor – 07967 820744
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Email: letsgrowpreston@gmail.com