Short Heath Gardening and Craft Club

We are offering an opportunity for local residents of the Erdington constituency, the opportunity to take part in craft and growing activities in the grounds of Short Heath Oasis Academy every Tuesday morning during term time.

The focus of this group is to support local individuals in combating feelings of loneliness and isolation particularly during the colder and darker months.

We also want to foster a space where group participants are instrumental in its design, maintenance as well as it's produce so that these skills can be taken away and applied at home if possible. Group members will also have the opportunity to meet new people, enage in gentle exercise in the garden, tap into their creativity within the craft sessions and also experience a healthy and vibrant environment. Everyone is welcome and access for wheelchairs is possible. Our team member Rene who will be hosting the sessions will make sure to help you feel welcome and if you need any further information, please feel free to let us know.

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