What's On

Get ready to explore and connect with nature in our beautiful urban community garden. Our range of engaging activities will leave you feeling refreshed and inspired to go home and find new ways to help care for our native species and the planet. Come along to volunteer or join one of our community sessions to gain new experiences and share knowledge with like-minded individuals.

From health and wellness to arts and crafts, don't miss out on our special events, including Halloween pumpkin carving, s'mores round the fire pit, legendary teen parties, fundraising events, and much more!

Looking for something unique for your own event? The garden has hosted a variety of groups, workplace team-building days, and children's birthday parties with plants and nature crafts to take home.

So, whatever your event or need, get in touch to see how we can help and stay up-to-date with our upcoming activities by regularly checking our website and social media pages.

Baby Social
Mondays at JLYSG

Everyone Welcome: 10 am -11:30
£4 per child (or pay what you can - no one is turned away)

We believe, and research shows, that children who grow up connected to nature are happier, healthier, and wilder YAY!. Our Baby Social group is for pre school children, guardians and families looking to connect and explore the world around them.

The Baby Social sessions are designed to provide a safe, nurturing and fun environment for children to explore, learn and grow. It can get very messy, so please dress for the weather!. We have onsite facilities to make hot drinks, fresh water, and a toilet; however, we encourage visitors to take home everything they arrive with, including rubbish and your children.

PLEASE NOTE BEFORE ATTENDING BABY SOCIAL

JLYSG operates within legal health and safety procedures, and risk assessments are undertaken to ensure that our activities are safe and age-appropriate. For these reasons, we must remind participants that:

We do not provide or accept responsibility for supervising children on the premises beyond planned activities.
Children must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.
Children must not be left unaccompanied on the premises.
Parents and guardians are responsible for the behaviour of children in their care.
Parents and guardians are responsible for assessing the suitability of the equipment provided for children in their care and the ability of those children to use it.

Volunteer Group
Wednesdays at JLYSG

Everyone Welcome: 10am -12 pm
Meet our volunteers, join in or enjoy being in nature.

Get ready to be amazed by our extraordinary volunteer group! Our volunteers come from all walks of life and share a deep connection with nature and their community. They are committed to nurturing the garden's splendour and creating an oasis for everyone to enjoy.

The Garden is accessible for all ages and abilities, with wheelchair access, adaptable tools, raised beds, and a ramp leading into the polytunnel. From gardening workshops and Sunderland Eco-Fest to bird-watching and mindfulness sessions, our volunteers organise engaging activities tailored to your interests. Whether you're an avid gardener or just looking for a tranquil space to unwind, our volunteer sessions are perfect for you. And the best part? There are no expectations placed on our volunteers, just come as you are and socialise, garden, or enjoy a cup of home grown, herbal tea.

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