Biodiversity Survey Volunteers needed
We are seeking enthusiastic and knowledgeable volunteers to organise and carry out a Biodiversity Survey in our 2-acre green space, designated as a Site of Importance to Nature Conservation in Islington. The Survey will take 12 months.
- Could you – or someone you know – lead the Biodiversity Survey?
- Or would you like to help with recording sightings/findings?If you might be interested please
If you would like further information please email oldengarden1@gmail.com
Volunteer days
Olden Garden is open to the public. Volunteer days are open to everyone, not just Garden members. New volunteers are welcome. Gardening experience is not necessary. Join us for coffee and cake/biscuits, make new friends and learn more about the Garden.
Come and volunteer on Tuesdays any time between 10am – 4pm. Maria, our gardener, will offer a variety of tasks.
Or come to a Saturday volunteer day – on the third Saturday of the month when our gardener Caroline will guide you.
Remember to wear appropriate footwear.
Our accessible toilet will be open.
If you would like further information about volunteering please email oldengarden1@gmail.com

Volunteers planting native hedge
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Open Day with Spring Bulb Planting
On Saturday 21 October, come along any time between 10am – 4pm, for our Open Day. Visit the Garden, plant spring bulbs and celebrate our Meadow Regeneration and Biodiversity project, part-funded with a grant from Groundwork’s Our Space Award. Children’s activities will be available. A great opportunity to make new friends and learn more about Olden Garden. Coffee and cake provided.

Meadow Regeneration celebration
Following the AGM, Olden Garden members celebrated progress with delivering our Meadow Regeneration and Biodiversity project funded by Groundwork’s Our Space Award

Islington in Bloom Award 2023
Olden Community Garden receives Silver Gilt award in the Best Community Garden category.

Open House festival

Huge thank you to our wonderful gardener Caroline for organising our family activities during our Open House Festival, in celebration of our meadow regeneration project funded with our grant from Groundwork’s Our Space Award