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Hitched Communities, a Wirral-based charity based in Noctorum, has launched a website to connect those with a green thumb through a new gardening movement called Made On My Patch.
The new platform has its own website. Its purpose is to help people and organisations join or create local patches. Here, they can also find information on upcoming events, workshops, resource and even information on local produce grown in their area.
Mainly, the programme focuses on being a gardening allotment programme that brings together those who want to develop their green thumb. They can learn sustainable food growing skills while trying to improve their mental and physical health.
According to Hitched, there are even opportunities to "transform local spaces into productive community gardens."
Gary Wootten, Director at Hitched Communities, said: "'We are thrilled to launch this new online space for Made On My Patch. Over the last couple of years, we have seen how gardening has a unique power to bring people together, and this website will make it even easier for people to get involved, share skills, and enjoy fresh, locally grown food".
The website has already had people sign up, eager to learn to grow their own fruits and vegetables.
Kerry, a member of the website's Eastham patch said the experience has been "incredible", and she has enjoyed connecting with other members and sharing "the fruits and veggies of [her] labour".
The site has some notable key features for users, such as:
• Patch Sign-Ups: Easy ways for people of all skill levels to get involved hands-
on.
• Events & Workshop Calendar: Details on upcoming sessions, planting days,
and skill-sharing events.
• Project Updates & Stories: News and photos showcasing what’s currently
growing on local patches.
• Resources & Guides: Simple tips for growing at home, even in small spaces.
If you'd like to partner with Made On My Patch and you run an allotment, garden, or an unused space that's good for growing, please contact info@madeonmypatch.org.uk.
You can also explore the new website at: www.madeonmypatch.org.uk.
