Dear Supporter,

We hope this email finds you well and rested after the summer. We wanted to share a few exciting updates from Scotswood Garden:

????‍♀️ Sponsor Courtney’s Great North Run Courtney is taking on her 14th (yes, 14th!!) Great North Run to raise funds for Scotswood Garden. Every donation helps us to continue our work to support wildlife and our local community. If you’d like to sponsor her, please visit: Courtney's run for Scotswood Garden 2025 | Localgiving

Thanks for your support!

???? Level 3 Horticulture and Plantsmanship course Places on this excellent accredited course are now open. The course explores everything from plant ID and propagation to soil science, pest control, and nursery practice - all in a supportive, community-led setting. If you or someone you know is interested in gaining practical skills and qualifications, visit the plants page of our website or see our social media: Plants for sale - Scotswood Garden

????️ New Build Progress We’re delighted that work on our new building extension is progressing really well! The space will help us welcome more groups, host more activities, and improve accessibility across the site. Huge thanks to our funders and supporters for helping make this possible - please keep an eye on our social media for updates.

???? Forest School Training Our autumn Level 3 course is now full, and there’s just one space left on the Level 1. Book soon if you’d like to join this excellent introduction to all things Forest School: Forest School Training - Scotswood Garden

???? Sticky Business Preserves Just a reminder that our handmade jams, chutneys, and preserves are now available online for local delivery or collection. A delicious way to support the garden! Browse and order here: Scotswood Garden Sticky Business Preserves

???? It’s Awards Season! We’re thrilled to share that Scotswood Garden has been recognised with two fantastic awards:

• Green Flag Community Award, an renown mark of quality for parks and green spaces. This award recognises the dedication of our volunteers, staff, and supporters in creating a welcoming, well-managed space that brings people and nature together.

• Bees’ Needs Community Champion Award from DEFRA, recognising our Canny Plants Nursery for donating over 13,000 pollinator-friendly plants to schools and community groups since 2022.

Huge thanks to our volunteers, funders, and everyone who helps make this work possible. These awards and our wider work are all testament to the care, collaboration, and community spirit that drives everything we do.

Thank you for your continued support.

Warm wishes,

The Scotswood Garden Team