Visit to Gartnavel Growing Spaces

Today, I visited the growing spaces created in the grounds of Gartnavel Hospital. There are a variety of outdoor areas with raised beds for growing vegetables and flowers which have been created to support the health and well-being of patients and staff. There is a walled garden and summerhouse for performances and arts activities. 

It is the first phase of an inspiring project which has been funded by the Green Exercise Partnership. Patients and staff are being consulted about the plans for the growing spaces and they are encouraged to get involved in volunteering at the weekly gardening sessions.

There is a paths network between the growing spaces which ensures they are fully accessible. Signage gives directions from Hyndland Railway Station or the main entrance at Great Western Road. 

Useful link:

Major Landscaping Project Announced for Gartnavel Site 

http://www.nhsggc.org.uk/CONTENT/default.asp?page=s1192_3&newsid=16880&back=s8_1