The Olive Branch is a wonderful garden for locals to enjoy, learning to grow their own food, do some DIY, or just have a cuppa and relax. The community garden is at the heart of the Dogsthorpe and Welland area in Peterborough, where a warm and welcoming environment awaits all.
This activity is good for wellbeing because
- being out in the fresh air and nature, with birds singing and green things growing, is like being in an oasis from daily city life
- the garden is an informal and relaxed space, there are no demands on you, just having a cup of tea and a chat is OK
- there are staff on hand to make sure that if you want, you can join in and work around the garden safely.
How to contact
Phone
Where to go
5-7 Olive Road Dogsthorpe
Peterborough
PE1 4PT
There are many things to do, and all of them are free of charge. You can:
- Get stuck into gardening, maintenance or DIY (painting, wood care, etc.)
- Learn about plants and gardening, help out how you want
- Join in one of the many community events
- Come along to the City College learning programme, with classes on mindfulness, pilates, laughter yoga, and other wellbeing topics
- Just sit and have a hot drink and a chat if you want!
- Volunteer: There are a variety of volunteering opportunities, from gardening, helping out with activities, to admin and more. Contact them to see what is available.
The entrance to the Garden is a little tricky to find – it is a drive between house numbers 5 and 7 on Olive Road. Below are photos of the entrance driveway, the sign on the gate, the car park at the end of the drive, and a couple who will greet you on your way to the main space.
How to contact
Phone
Where to go
5-7 Olive Road Dogsthorpe
Peterborough
PE1 4PT
