Community garden project launched in Flintshire with support from Keep Wales Tidy

Care and Repair North East Wales is going green in 2025 with the creation of a new orchard garden, thanks to environmental charity Keep Wales Tidy. The garden, which will benefit both nature and the local community, is being installed as part of the Local Places for Nature scheme.

The initiative provides free plants, tools, and materials to community groups across Wales, supporting the development of 1,300 gardens since its launch in 2020.

Rachel Kuusela from Care and Repair North East Wales said: “We’re absolutely delighted with the vegetable garden, and really excited to work with the community growing the vegetables and then having community outdoor cooking days to share the produce.“Thanks so much to the Keep Wales Tidy team for their help and support!”

Green Spaces to Strengthen Communities

The Local Places for Nature scheme has supported groups of all kinds, from emergency services and youth groups to sports clubs, animal homes, and disability charities.

Owen Derbyshire, Chief Executive of Keep Wales Tidy, highlighted the importance of community-led environmental initiatives: “Creating thriving green spaces not only benefits the health and wellbeing of individuals but strengthens our communities.”

“We are delighted that groups like Care and Repair North East Wales can make a real difference through the Local Places for Nature scheme, and we are grateful to Welsh Government for their ongoing support.”

“I can’t wait to see the orchard garden take shape over the coming weeks and months.”

The project is part of the Welsh Government’s Local Places for Nature programme, which aims to create, restore, and enhance nature ‘on your doorstep’.

For more information on Keep Wales Tidy and the Local Places for Nature scheme, visit: www.keepwalestidy.cymru.