The beautification project’s second year was themed around circularity and recycling.
Students at Newlands Bishop Farm, Solihull, which offers training and work-based learning opportunities to adults with learning difficulties, mental health condition and autism, were tasked with creating new infrastructure to improve Malvern Park.
Among other things, work has introduced bee friendly plants, sensory elements, and a flowerbed incorporating old tyres, a wheelbarrow, and other used items, repurposed as planters. A number of hanging baskets have also been sourced, grown and planted up, which are now in situ across the local authority. Locations include Solihull Town Centre, Dove House Parade and Chelmsley Wood.
‘It was wonderful to welcome students from Newlands Bishop Farm back to Malvern Park earlier this month to deliver another eye-catching flower display,’ said Cllr Ken Hawkins, Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Environment and Infrastructure. ‘Not only have they put to good use their creativity and excellent gardening skills, but they have also salvaged old materials that would otherwise have gone to waste to create a beautiful display for visitors to our park.’
‘We’re thrilled to be working with Solihull Council again. Projects like these not only brighten the borough, but they also give our project workers a real sense of pride and purpose,’ added Katie Hughes, Farm Manager at Newlands Bishop Farm. ‘It’s amazing to see their skills and confidence grow through their involvement.’
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