Grow. Connect. Improve Your Wellbeing.
Omnia Medical Practice is pleased to support a new Gardening & Wellbeing Programme at Bordesley Green Allotments, delivered by The Active Wellbeing Society.
These free sessions provide a welcoming outdoor space where patients and members of the local community can spend time in nature, learn how to grow their own food, develop practical gardening skills, and connect with others in a relaxed and supportive environment.
You don’t need any gardening experience – just come along and enjoy being outdoors.
🌱 Why Gardening Helps Wellbeing
Spending time outdoors and engaging in gentle gardening activities can have powerful benefits for both physical and mental health.
Participants often experience:
• Improved mood and reduced stress
• Gentle physical activity in fresh air
• A sense of achievement and purpose
• Opportunities to meet new people
• Increased confidence and wellbeing
Nature-based activities are increasingly recognised as an important part of supporting overall health.
🌻 What You Can Take Part In
Across the sessions, participants will have the opportunity to learn and experience:
• Growing fruit, vegetables and herbs
• Seed sowing and plant care
• Preparing soil and planting beds
• Seasonal gardening skills
• Harvesting and food growing
• Composting and sustainable gardening
• Creating wildlife-friendly spaces
All activities are guided and suitable for beginners.
Those with more gardening experience are also welcome to join, share their knowledge, and support others – helping to build a stronger and more connected community.
🤝 Who Can Join?
These sessions are open to:
• Patients referred by Omnia Medical Practice
• Adults who would like to improve their wellbeing
• Anyone interested in gentle outdoor activity
• Local residents who enjoy nature and gardening
You can attend regularly or simply join when you feel able.
📅 Session Details
Weekly Sessions
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
11:00am – 1:00pm
Allotment access / facilitator on-site:
10:00am – 3:00pm
Programme begins:
Wednesday 1st April
Location:
Bordesley Green Allotments – 592A Bordesley Green, Birmingham, B9 5PD
📲 Stay Connected
Participants are encouraged to join our safe and secure WhatsApp community, where you can stay up to date with:
• Session reminders and updates
• Weekly activities and plans
• Weather updates
• Photos and progress from the allotment
• Opportunities to get involved
Joining is optional, but it’s the best way to stay informed and connected throughout the programme.
👉 Join here:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBaRQ74Y9lrYEX6gu0R
👨🏾🌾 Delivered By
Sessions are led by Niell, Community Development & Delivery Worker with The Active Wellbeing Society, supporting people across Birmingham through community wellbeing and nature-based activities.
📞 Get Involved
If you would like to take part or would like more information:
Contact Niell
Phone: 07719742170
Email: niell.sinclair@theaws.org
🌱 Everyone is welcome – come along, get involved, and grow with your community.