Words & Photos by Harvey Smart Pupils at St Michaelʼs Primary in Dalreoch are enjoying a new outdoor music wall thanks to a local charity and a much-loved mother. The project was led by June Hopkins, who founded Wilmaʼs Wishes in memory of her late mother, and the … [Read more...] about Growing Wilma’s Wishes
Gardening
New Kid in the Gardening Block
Words & Photos by Harvey Smart Dillichip Community Garden is one of the latest growing spaces to pop up in West Dunbartonshire, opening last spring with support from the council and West Dunbartonshire Greenspace. Iain McPhie, who sits on the local community council was … [Read more...] about New Kid in the Gardening Block
10 Year Celebrations for Bellsmyre!
Words & Pictures by Harvey Smart This summer saw 10th anniversary celebrations for Bellsmyre community garden. Since taking over the derelict plot of land on Whiteford Avenue a decade ago, the gardens have expanded dramatically, growing from a small community garden to a … [Read more...] about 10 Year Celebrations for Bellsmyre!
Community Garden Spotlight – Beardmore Community Garden
Words & Photos by Harvey Smart Nestled against the banks of the Canal and hidden at the end of a leafy cul de sac, Beardmore Community Garden is an oasis of horticulture on the site of Dalmuir’s former dockyards and factories. When I arrive on a sunny April afternoon, … [Read more...] about Community Garden Spotlight – Beardmore Community Garden
Let’s Grow West Dunbartonshire – Winter 2023
by Rose Harvie Here we are, nearing the end of the year. Hopefully your gardening has been enjoyable and productive. If you concentrated on growing fruit and veggies, you should still have a good store of spuds, brassicas, and soft fruit. Some of your crops – peas, … [Read more...] about Let’s Grow West Dunbartonshire – Winter 2023