Community Garden Open Day Brings Mablethorpe Together

The Campus for Future Living proudly welcomed residents, families, and partners to celebrate the official opening of the Campus Community Garden in Mablethorpe. The vibrant Community Garden Open Day was a fantastic success, bringing people together through nature, creativity, and shared experiences.

A Day of Community, Nature and Family Fun

The event offered a wide range of family-friendly activities, designed to engage visitors of all ages. Guests enjoyed:

🌱 Nature crafts and creative workshops

🌼 Hands-on family activities in the garden

🪴 A plant stall fundraiser supporting future garden resources

🍦 Free ice cream and lemonade for attendees

The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, with many residents expressing how much they appreciated the space.

“Thank you for setting this up. It’s really lovely to see.” – Local resident

Supporting Community Wellbeing in Mablethorpe

The Campus Community Garden project, including the Open Day, has been funded by East Lindsey District Council. Its aim is to:

• Improve health and wellbeing

• Build confidence and skills

• Reduce social isolation

• Strengthen community connections in Mablethorpe

By creating an inclusive outdoor space, the garden offers residents a place to relax, socialise, and learn new skills.

Working in Partnership

The event was made possible with the support of dedicated volunteers and valuable partnerships with:

• Lincolnshire Outdoor Learning

• Wilder Coast Collective

Both organisations hosted stalls and activities, adding expertise and enriching the visitor experience.

Volunteers who helped establish and maintain the garden also played a key role on the day, showcasing the power of community-led projects.

“It’s great to see so many kids getting involved.” – Garden volunteer

Help Choose the Garden’s Official Name

Visitors also had the opportunity to take part in an exciting naming competition for the garden. The community is invited to help decide its official name.

Our competition closes on Friday 26th June - to take part, visit the Campus.

Get Involved: Weekly Gardening Sessions

Following the success of the Open Day, there has been a surge of interest in the weekly gardening sessions. These sessions will continue, led by Ashley from Lincolnshire Outdoor Learning for another year.

The sessions are a great opportunity to:

• Learn gardening skills

• Meet new people

• Support a local community project

• Spend time outdoors in a welcoming environment

Interested in joining?

Email the Campus Team to sign up. Session dates will be confirmed soon.

Building a Greener, Stronger Future

The Campus Community Garden is more than just a green space – it represents a shared commitment to building a healthier, more connected Mablethorpe community. Events like the Open Day highlight the importance of collaboration, wellbeing, and access to nature.

We look forward to seeing the garden continue to grow and flourish with the support of local residents and partners.