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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A Magic Little Grant!
We are very pleased to receive a grant from Local Giving’s Magic Little Grants to create a wildlife pond. The pond will promote sustainability and encourage species diversity, using harvested water, with plants that clean and filter it. Join our volunteers on Tuesdays, to help create the pond.
Local Giving is the UK’s leading membership and support network for local charities and community groups. Please support Olden Garden by donating on our Local Giving page to help fund our meadow regeneration and biodiversity project. Local Giving collects Gift Aid on your donation and transfers it to us.
Thank you to Tree Matters for delivering a dump of bark

Thank you to Tree Matters for donating the bark. It was scooped up by volunteers and taken into Olden Garden and will be spread on our paths and steps.
Our veg patch continues to attract families – and foxes!
‘Little Explorers’ – the mini garden club for children – continues to grow in Olden Garden – in all senses! It welcomes local families with children, especially those who don’t have access to their own garden.
It is working on soil improvement in the veg beds and thinking about fox deterrents, as their digging is a problem for veg growing.
Everyone welcome – join us for Open Garden and Volunteer Gardening days in July
Gardening experience is not necessary.
Or come for Open Garden, walk in the woodland and learn more about us.
Coffee and cake/biscuits will be provided.