Open call for participants: Root Yourself 4-week Social & Therapeutic Horticulture pilot

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Sow in the soil, harvest belonging.

Let's nurture your growth, one step at a time.

Root Yourself Here is a fully funded 4-week Social & Therapeutic Horticulture pilot programme delivered by AAGARDEN CIC.

This programme explores how gardening and nature-based activities can support wellbeing, social connection, and a sense of belonging in urban life. Through regular time spent outdoors, participants will take part in simple gardening activities such as planting, watering, caring for plants, and observing seasonal changes in a shared green space.

The programme is designed around the principles of Social & Therapeutic Horticulture, which recognises that engaging with plants, nature, and shared outdoor activity can positively support wellbeing, confidence, connection, and everyday resilience.

Apply here

• Working adults: https://forms.gle/bLm45g9d81gA7KR19

• International Students: https://forms.gle/cadUVLZyC4i22sUdA

About AAGARDEN CIC

AAGARDEN CIC is a Community Interest Company based in South East London.

We use gardening, nature connection, and community-based activities to support wellbeing, belonging, and meaningful connections between people and places. Through Social & Therapeutic Horticulture programmes, workshops, and community projects, we create opportunities for people to slow down, spend time outdoors, and reconnect with themselves, others, and the natural environment.

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What to Expect

Each session will include:

• Simple gardening activities such as planting, watering, and caring for plants

• Time spent outdoors in a green environment

• Opportunities for conversation and connection with others

• Guided reflection on everyday wellbeing and nature connection

• A relaxed and supportive group atmosphere

The programme focuses on participation rather than performance. There are no gardening skills required and no expectation to achieve specific outcomes.

Participants are encouraged to attend with curiosity, openness, and a willingness to spend time in nature.

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Programme Structure

• Duration: 4 weeks

• Session length: 2 hours per session

• Location: Greenwich, London

• Group format: Small outdoor group

• Cost: Fully funded participation

• Commitment: Participants are expected to attend all four sessions

For Working Adults - Session dates:

• Sunday 7 July 2026, 11:00–13:00

• Sunday 14 July 2026, 11:00–13:00

• Sunday 21 July 2026, 11:00–13:00

• Sunday 28 July 2026, 11:00–13:00

For International Students - Session dates:

• Thursday 4 July 2026, 1:30–3:30

• Thursday 11 July 2026, 11:00–13:00

• Thursday 18 July 2026, 11:00–13:00

• Thursday 25 July 2026, 11:00–13:00

If you are ready to join:

• Working adults: https://forms.gle/bLm45g9d81gA7KR19

• International Students: https://forms.gle/cadUVLZyC4i22sUdA

Why "Root Yourself Here"?

Many people experience periods of transition, uncertainty, stress, or disconnection in their daily lives.

Gardening offers a simple and accessible way to reconnect with the present moment, develop a sense of routine, spend time outdoors, and build meaningful connections with both people and place.

This programme invites participants to explore what it means to feel more rooted in everyday life through shared experiences in nature.

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Participation and Accessibility

• This programme is open to people with no previous gardening experience.

• We aim to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants.

• If you have any access requirements, health considerations, mobility needs, or support requirements that may help you participate comfortably, please let us know in the registration form.

• Travel support may be available where needed.

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About the Pilot

This programme forms part of AAGARDEN CIC's ongoing exploration of how Social & Therapeutic Horticulture can support different communities living in London.

• Participants will contribute to a small pilot project that helps us better understand the role of gardening-based wellbeing activities in supporting connection, belonging, and everyday wellbeing.

• Feedback gathered during the programme may be used anonymously to help improve future community programmes and funding applications.

Submit your application here

• Working adults: https://forms.gle/bLm45g9d81gA7KR19

• International Students: https://forms.gle/cadUVLZyC4i22sUdA

Contact

AAGARDEN CIC

📧 Email: aagardenuk@outlook.com

📱 Instagram: @aagarden.uk

Follow our work and community projects on Instagram to learn more about our programmes, workshops, and community growing activities.

If you have any questions about the programme, accessibility, or participation, please get in touch.