In the Spring of 2016 Whitefriars Housing Association offered Team Springboard a piece of derelict land in the middle of Coventry. The site had previously housed a Scout Hut but since that building was demolished the land had become overgrown and unloved. We took one look and immediately fell in love and Community Roots, our Community Garden & Growing Project was born! We worked hard with volunteers and young people to bring it back to life and enjoyed the space for 2 years but sadly the site was not secure and so after a bout of vandalism when all of our hard work was damaged and destroyed we decided that we needed to move.

In 2018 we moved to the fantastic Lakeview Allotments on the Allesley Old Road which is an amazing and tranquil space! We've not quite started from scratch but there is lots to do so please come along and help if you can!

The Community Garden is currently open every Wednesday between 10am and 2pm.

Let us know if you want to come over for a visit - everyone is welcome!
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We run a programme of activities to engage with local people and support people to enjoy the fun of preparing and eating a healthier diet! There are always activities going on during the school holidays for families to enjoy together!

​The Gallery below charts our progress....