The Fenland Orchard Project is creating a new community orchard in Wisbech. You can get involved by volunteering at events or helping plant trees on site. There are also some heritage workshops and an oral history project.
This activity is good for wellbeing because
- you can meet new people and maybe even make new friends
- you can learn some fun heritage skills like beekeeping or apple tree pruning
- being an active part of your community is great for wellbeing
‘Just to let you know I enjoyed myself yesterday. It was nice to see different people and talk about a variety of subjects, not just apples.’ Volunteer at Wisbech Apple Day 2021
How to contact
Phone
Website
Volunteering opportunities
Where to go
1 Lynn Rd
Walton Highway
Wisbech PE14 7AP
UK
What to expect?
The team and volunteers have planted 100 heritage fruit trees, most were originally recorded in either Norfolk or Cambridgeshire. They have also planted 1500 other trees and shrubs to create hedgerows and small wooded areas. There is a pond, butterfly bank, willow structures (still growing) and a Crab Apple Compass!
They would love to see you at the orchard site, help with projects, landscaping, gardening and lots more, you could even just pop by for a chat.
The Orchard have various activities such as workshops and talks at times as well. While most of their activities are free, there will be some with a cost. Most events/workshops will be advertised on their website and Facebook pages, and bookable through Eventbrite.
Their friendly team are sure to give you a warm welcome.
More information
The programme has been developed by CP Learning Trust, working closely with a steering group with members representing the Cambridgeshire County Council, Wisbech in Bloom, the Wisbech & Fenland Museum, Natural Cambridgeshire, ECHO Company CIC, Orchards Academy and Clarion Housing.
The Fenland Orchards Project is supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and the National Lottery Players.
The Orchard is free for Fenland residents to visit and volunteer with.
Some workshops may have a cost attached to them, please check their facebook page or website for up to date costs.
How to contact
Phone
Website
Volunteering opportunities
Where to go
1 Lynn Rd
Walton Highway
Wisbech PE14 7AP
UK
