Celebrations at community library garden

In partnership with the Aldingbourne Trust, Bognor Regis Library is creating a community garden space for everyone to enjoy.  The project has been supported through National Lottery funding, by local volunteers, corporate support from Southern Water and Outside Interest, and with help from the people that the Trust supports with learning disabilities and/or autism.

Those who have been involved in the project recently gathered together to celebrate what they have achieved.  Lisa Palmer the community garden project coordinator at the Aldingbourne Trust said “Thank you to everyone for your help and your ideas in creating this community space.  We are so proud of the garden we have achieved together and we are so proud of you for showcasing your talents in a way that will benefit everyone”.

The garden creates an inclusive environment for people of all abilities to enjoy and relax in, and will also host activities by the library for children and for people living with dementia.  The garden furniture and planters have all been made by the Wood Recycling team at the Aldingbourne Country Centre, creating peaceful spaces to sit and gardening areas that are accessible to all.

“The garden is here because of you, it’s wonderful for you to see what you have been working on to be pulled together.  It has brought a breath of fresh air to this community area” said Lisa.

The artwork painted around the garden has been created by the Trust’s Creative Arts students from Aldwick Road.  Where they have created a giant bookcase and included characters from Wind in the Willows and Alice in Wonderland.

Sue Livett, Managing Director of the Aldingbourne Trust said “It’s amazing!  Everyone loves what you have achieved.  You have created something for the community which will be here for years to come”.

Visit the Trust’s  website to find out more about their involvement in local community projects and to for more information about their award winning charity that supports adults with learning disabilities and/or autism to live independent lives www.aldingbournetrust.org.