Flourish Together - Broadford & Strath Community Company

Nurturing body and soul in a supportive environment

Help us to grow fruit, vegetables, flowers … and people.

Flourish Together provides an opportunity for people in the community to meet in a welcoming and supportive environment. We grow a wide range of fruit, vegetables and flowers in our accessible polytunnel and raised beds. We work and learn together, experiencing the joy of the growing year from seed to harvest.

The produce we grow is shared among the Flourish Together group and with the wider community. No gardening experience is necessary to join the project, and help is always at hand.

We are based at the Growers Hub, Pairc nan Craobh, Broadford IV49 9DF. (Search for ‘Broadford Allotments’ on Google Maps.)

We meet on Tuesdays 10am – 2pm from February to December.

“I love Flourish as it is a great place for my mental health. The plants, the smells, the friendships and the feeling of belonging to a caring group who support and encourage you is so important.”

“There are no food miles at Flourish…delicious tomatoes and grapes eaten for lunch nurtured by us all as a team.”

Activities are organised with the weather in mind! We are mainly out and about in the growing areas, sowing and propagating plants, weeding, barrowing, planting and cropping. Activities can be modified and adapted to all abilities and needs. If we are beaten by the wind and rain then we have indoor spaces where we can sow seeds, participate in crafts such as sign construction, do a bit of wood work, and have a cup of tea! Most people bring their lunch, taking advantage of the opportunity to make new friends and socialise.

“It’s great to feel part of a happy welcoming group of like-minded people who enjoy nature – growing and nurturing plants together, preparing and eating produce, presenting flowers to the residents at An Arcasaid. There are so many benefits of coming to Flourish; too many to mention!”

How to get involved

Everyone is welcome.

More information

If you would like to come along or wish to know more please contact flourish@broadfordandstrath.org

We look forward to meeting you!

KEY FACTS

Frequently Asked Questions:

Is there an age limit? Adults over 16 years are very welcome. No upper age limit.
Do I need to know anything about gardening? No, we all learn together.
What do I wear? Outdoor clothing and sturdy shoes or wellies.
Do I bring lunch? Yes, if you would like to stay for the whole session. We provide tea, coffee, biscuits and fruit.
Do I need tools or equipment? No, everything is provided, including gardening gloves.
Are there toilet facilities? Yes, we have a composting toilet and handwashing facilities. There are also conventional toilets at the community campsite 200m away, open April – October.
Is the site accessible? There is ample car parking on site. Flourish Together areas are accessed along gravel paths and the site is on a slight slope. The polytunnel has wide paths and raised beds. There is a small step up to the toilet. Please email us if you need further details.
What does it cost? We ask for a small donation each week towards tea, coffee and snacks. We run fundraising activities throughout the year to support the project, and donations are always welcome, but there is no weekly charge to attend.
Do I need to complete any forms? Yes, we ask all attendees to provide emergency contact details and any relevant medical information, which is securely stored.