Brotherhood Peace Garden

Photo of carrots harvested and collected in a white sack

Harvested carrots by Thomas Gamstaetter 

Brotherhood Peace Garden

About the project

PROJECT TITLE: Brotherhood Peace Garden

LOCATION: Manchester

FUNDING: Awarded £12,800 in Round Two of the Greater Manchester Green Spaces Fund

PARTNERS: Brotherhood of the Cross and Star

The idea

This project aims to create a space for local community members, children, youth groups and volunteers to grow food. The team will make networking a priority to ensure that different community groups feel empowered and welcome to get involved in project development and maintenance and management of the site. The volunteer team will meet every week to discuss the development and management of the space.

Eco-friendly hanging baskets and large, colourful planters will be introduced to the entire area to support wildlife, and seating areas will be built to provide visitors with a space to enjoy sitting in nature. Building climate and environmental awareness will be achieved through tree planting, rainwater harvesting, and educational workshops.

Community open kitchen events will bring local people together to connect and enjoy hot meals in the outdoor space.