- Stapleford Community Garden at the Community Pavilion
Stapleford Community Garden at the Community Pavilion
A 1000sqm space - similar to the size of a swimming pool – has been earmarked for the project, in the grounds of the Stapleford Community Pavilion on Hickings Lane.
We want the garden to become a welcoming place where people can grow food, learn new skills, support nature, meet others, and feel part of something shared. But we need your help - We’re inviting local residents, groups, schools and organisations to help shape the vision, steer the project, and bring it to life. Complete a short survey by the end of February:
Email us: grownotts@gmail.com
Ideas for the garden could include:
Growing and food
- Community growing beds
- Shared vegetable plots
- Herb gardens, fruit trees and berry bushes
- Seed‑sowing and propagation space
Nature and biodiversity
- Wildlife‑friendly planting and pollinator areas
- Wildflower or meadow-style planting
- Bug hotels and bird‑friendly features
- Biodiversity and habitat installations
Learning and skills
- Informal outdoor learning
- Gardening and food‑growing workshops
- Climate and biodiversity education
- Children’s nature-based sessions
Wellbeing and health
- Calm spaces for rest and reflection
- Mental health and wellbeing sessions
- Mindfulness and nature‑connection activities
Children and families
- Nature play and exploration
- Hands‑on planting activities
- Bug hunts and wildlife discovery
- Creative outdoor play and family events
- A safe space for children to explore nature
Creativity and culture
- Art and craft workshops
- Outdoor creative sessions
- Community-led art installations
- Seasonal celebrations and gatherings
Community and social connection
- Spaces for informal socialising
- Community events and open days
- Volunteer gardening sessions
- Shared meals and food moments
- Opportunities for pride, ownership and connection
Built with the community
This garden will be built alongside local people. We’re already connecting with groups based at the Pavilion and, with support from the council and community partners, we’re reaching further across Stapleford.
Other nearby community gardens— like Bulwell Forest Garden, Cotgrave Community Garden, and Electric Daisy in Derby — show how these spaces bring people together, support mental and physical wellbeing, build confidence, reduce loneliness, and strengthen care for the local environment.
Stapleford’s garden aims to do the same.
Get involved
Whether you want to grow vegetables, support wildlife, run activities, meet people, or simply enjoy the space, we’d love to hear from you.
Email - grownotts@gmail.com
Complete our surveys:
Come and help create something special for Stapleford.