A Garden for Change, Hope, and Community
What if a forgotten space in your community could become a place of connection, healing, and opportunity? At Grow Wellbeing, we believe in transforming neglected spaces into thriving green hubs— and thanks to community support, we’re doing just that.
Here We Grow is a community-led project to regenerate a derelict plot at Bentinck Street, Birkenhead, turning it into a safe, welcoming garden. In January 2025, we secured £31,000 from the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and over 100 local supporters. This funding kick-started our mission to create a vibrant space for growing food, building skills, and fostering wellbeing.
Just months later, the garden is flourishing—with raised beds of fresh produce, fruit trees, wildflower and wooded areas, and welcoming social spaces. Local volunteers, schools and families are already using the space to grow, learn, and connect.
Our progress has already made headlines.
👉 Read how a forgotten corner of Birkenhead became a thriving wellbeing garden (The Guide Liverpool)
Our Vision: A Greener, Safer, Stronger Community
This project is helping to:
🌱 Provide fresh food access – Reducing reliance on food banks and improve nutrition.
🏡 Foster community connections – Providing a safe space for neighbours to meet and work together.
💚 Enhance wellbeing – Delivering outdoor activities that support physical and mental health.
📚 Develop skills and opportunities – Through hands-on training in gardening, sustainability, and creativity.
🦋 Boost biodiversity – With wildlife-friendly habitats and increased green space.
How We're Making it Happen
All of Grow's work is delivered with deep respect for both the natural environment and each individual who takes part. We value each person for who they are and what they bring.
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Community-led design – Residents have helped shape the garden to meet local needs.
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Site clean-up – The space was cleared of rubbish and prepared for planting.
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Garden creation – Raised beds, fruit trees, seating, are now in place.
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Workshops & training – Ongoing sessions in gardening, composting, and outdoor cooking.
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Planting & growing – Fresh produce is already being harvested for the community.
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Monitoring & evaluation – We are assessing impact on health, engagement, and biodiversity.
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Celebration & sustainability – We are marking milestones together and planning for long-term success.
What You’ll Find in the Garden
🌿 A polytunnel for year-round growing
🌾 Raised beds full of fruit, vegetables and herbs
🪑 Seating & social spaces for relaxing and connecting
💧 Rainwater harvesting and composting systems
🍲 Outdoor cooking facilities
🐝 Wildflower meadow, mini forest & habitats for wildlife
Get Involved
This transformation is only possible because of the incredible support of local people. Whether you're a resident, a local business, or a funder passionate about community regeneration, there are still many ways to contribute.
👩🌾 Volunteer with Us
Join our growing team of volunteers helping to care for the garden, run workshops, and keep the space thriving. No experience needed—just enthusiasm and a love for community.
🌼 Come to an Event
We regularly host seasonal events, workshops, and growing sessions. They're a great way to meet others, learn something new, and enjoy time in the garden.
📣 Partner or Support the Project
We're always open to partnerships with local organisations and businesses who share our vision. If you can offer funding, materials, or expertise—we’d love to hear from you.
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