Until the middle of the 19th century, Battersea Park consisted of marshland and fields where carrots, asparagus and lavender were grown. The area was opened as a public park in 1858 and was used for sporting activities. In 1951 the park was transformed into a pleasure garden as part of the Festival of Britain celebrations, and

Lambourne End Centre for Outdoor Learning is a fantastic 54-acre classroom with the freedom to create the right atmosphere for learning. Through tailored programmes it provides the opportunity for people to develop and stretch themselves whilst enjoying a fun experience in a welcoming and informal environment in which they can feel truly valued. The centre started in

Stepney City Farm is a 4.5 acre working farm; a rural oasis, in the heart of Tower Hamlets. Giving children and adults a chance to meet farm animals, learn how to grow food and try out arts and crafts. With have an extensive education programme, and over 5,000 school children and young people benefiting from funded classes, tours,

Vauxhall City Farm is one of the oldest and most central city farms in London being located within earshot of Big Ben and in the shadow of MI6.  Despite this proximity to ‘wealth’, Lambeth is one of the most deprived boroughs in London and the farm is surrounded by high-rise blocks occupied by individuals and families, many

Surrey Docks Farm is a working city farm and charity that enables the whole community to learn about farming, food production and the natural environment. Running a range of educational projects targeted to engage those who would benefit most and are supported by hundreds of dedicated volunteers who attend on a weekly basis. The earliest

Wellgate community farm is an initiative of people from the local community which came to life in 1982. A working farm on a miniature scale it is a focus for the community, creating an opportunity for people to grow plants, make a positive contribution and promote social cohesion. Shearing middle of May – June Sheep