Green Spaces Fund Projects in Rochdale | Greater Manchester Environment Fund

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Green Spaces Fund Rochdale Projects

The Greater Manchester Green Spaces Fund supports community-led projects that increase the quality and quantity of accessible, nature-rich green space in the city region, particularly in the areas where people need it most.

The following projects based in Rochdale all received funding from rounds one and two of the Fund. Click here to find out how to apply for future rounds, and explore the projects below to find out more about the inspiring work being carried out.

Desmond's Garden

Desmond's Garden

Transforming the concrete surroundings of Rochdale AFC's stadium into welcoming green spaces.

Touchstones Potager Garden

Touchstones Potager Garden

Creating a new public garden at Touchstones museum and gallery in Rochdale.

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Daisy Roots and Welly Boots

Turning a former tip site in a public park into a functional community growing space.

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Burnside's Community Garden

Attracting wildlife and supporting a food pantry service.

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Deeplish Community Space & Garden

The project will promote climate change activities, develop green spaces and engage participants and residents in transforming the…

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Green Recovery Project

Supporting young people and families by increasing access to blue and green spaces.

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The Secret Garden Allotment

The Secret Garden Allotment will add raised beds and an orchard to create a community space for all people, so they can work together to…

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Newbold Community Growing Together

A community garden project, where anyone and everyone can enjoy growing fruit, vegetables and flowers together in a safe, open and…