Blaise Community Garden

Visited and enquired about joining. Told to come back as forms weren't available. Went back- told to email wife/husband in charge to get form. Emailed- told forms not given out (?) as people sign up and don't return (comes with the territory of running ongoing community engagement activities by the way). Responded, then chased- I was asked to give date I could go again (after going twice) to do an intro/induction. No correspondence to confirm that someone would be there to give intro/induction on time/date I gave. Approach very off-putting, and should be revamped to suit the feel of what a community garden should be- inclusive and welcoming. As my experience was different from everyone else who has given a review, would be good to hear from garden where the breakdown in their own process occurred this time around. Would also probably be useful for you to get feedback about why people aren't returning. Learnt that there is not so much tape to cross at other comm gardens. Didn't get started here so 1 star.

Really great park suitable for all ages with really awesome play equipment. The cafe caters for vegans too which is great for us. Park is set within the beautiful Blaise estate - a great place for a stroll in all weathers.

Veritable oasis within the city boundaries!

Hidden gem. Feel free to wander round the garden & chat to the volunteers.

Lovely community based place to visit. Easy to get involved or just pop by. Beautiful use of the grounds and old green houses. Really friendly people there too. Used to go with my son on a Wednesday when he was a toddler and he enjoyed it a lot! He still loves the allotment and he's 8 now.