WHAT WE DO
What We Do
Together, they reach thousands of people every year, from school children and volunteers to families, community groups and partner organisations.
the garden
Our home is Dobbins Field, a one-acre community garden in the heart of Wandsworth, directly opposite HMP Wandsworth. What was once an overgrown, underused piece of land is now a productive, biodiverse and welcoming green space, shaped entirely by our community.
We care for the garden together with volunteers, schools and community members, learning and sharing knowledge along the way. Our approach is organic, regenerative and low-impact: designed for long-term sustainability and genuine community participation.
The garden is open to the public during our weekly volunteer sessions: Tuesdays 12.30–2.30 PM and Sundays 10 AM–12 PM. We also host regular Open Hours and free events and workshops throughout the year where you are welcome to come and look around.
food growing
With outdoor raised beds, two polytunnels and an orchard, we grow food year-round using organic and regenerative methods. Everything is tended by volunteers and staff, and managed with biodiversity, community use and learning opportunities in mind.
Community Food Initiative
Each week, volunteers grow and harvest fresh produce for donation to local social enterprises, including HOME Café and Well Kneaded Foundation. In 2025 we grew and donated 682kg of food, the equivalent of 8,400 meals, within a mile radius of the garden.
biodiversity & habitat creation
We work to enhance the biodiversity of our site through habitat creation, thoughtful planting and community wildlife recording. Our ponds, meadows, insect hotels and sensory garden trail all play a role in making this a space where urban wildlife can thrive, and where people can slow down and notice the natural world around them.
In 2025, we recorded 247 unique species on site, and our wildlife pond was rated “excellent” in national pond surveys.
community spaces
Our outdoor learning spaces are used by school groups, volunteers and community organisations throughout the year. From green woodworking and cooking over fire to biodiversity walks and seasonal crafts, these spaces are designed to be used, shared and enjoyed.
Our community has built the garden together, from raised beds and cold frames to an outdoor classroom, sensory garden trail and a straw-bale eco-office. These projects are hands-on, skills-based, and open to everyone.
