Flower Pod is a garden full of flowers, surrounded by farmland on the edge of Nottingham Trent University’s Brackenhurst campus. Focused on community, creativity and sustainability, it provides learning within 1.5 acres of green space.

Helping people with learning disabilities connect with both nature and their local community is at the heart of everything we do.

Clients enjoy gardening, wildlife, crafts, floristry, and other transferable skills that help people gain in confidence and to develop towards living more independently.

Flower Pod also is a place to relax, build new friendships and get some exercise in the fresh air, helping to promote positive emotional and physical wellbeing.

We welcome supporters who want to work with our clients or help in the garden.

We host corporate volunteering activities for groups of between 6 – 20 people who can take part in tasks that help us improve and maintain our site. If you're an organisation that is committed to giving something back, why not give us a ring to see if we can help organise something to suit you?

To get involved as a client, carer, volunteer or donor, call 01636 918271.

Find us at: Brackenhurst Lane, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, NG25 0QL

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Call us on 01636 918271.

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Nicola Bradley
Flower Pod Centre Manager

Hello, I’m Nicola…

I have a wealth of experience in several outdoor educational settings (and I'm a qualified Geography Secondary School Teacher!). But my real passion is gardening and I've previously volunteered in 2 community gardens. I'm also doing RHS Horticulture training to expand my knowledge. I'm looking forward to being able to put it into practice at Flower Pod Southwell.

 


Watch our short video to see Lucy and John talk about their volunteering experiences at Flower Pod Southwell

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Please note the timetable is subject to change and there is a waiting list for some sessions.

Sessional rates vary. Adults with learning disabilities may be eligible to receive personal budgets from Nottinghamshire County Council to pay for sessions. For more details on the personal budget process please contact 01636 819066. We can sometimes offer places on funded projects at lower sessional rates.

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🌞Coming to a TV near you soon…

Keep a look out for our upcoming feature on BBC TV East Midlands.

You’ll hear about how Flower Pod Southwell is making a huge difference…and how we’re celebrating our 25th anniversary this year!

In the meantime to find out more, go to reachuk.org/services/flower-pod/

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🌞Coming to a TV near you soon…

Keep a look out for our upcoming feature on BBC TV East Midlands.

You’ll hear about how Flower Pod Southwell is making a huge difference…and how we’re celebrating our 25th anniversary this year!

In the meantime to find out more, go to https://reachuk.org/services/flower-pod/

#Southwell
@bbcemt
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Fantastic! I look forward to watching this

Wow well done everyone xx

I will definitely have to watch it

🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️ Exciting News! 🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️

We're thrilled to announce that we're entering a team in the Newark Castle Sportive on May 12th! 🎉 Join us for a fantastic ride (35k - other options available) and help us fly the flag for Reach!

Would you or someone you know like to join our team? Sign up here: sportivehq.com/2024-newark-castle-sportive

For more information, to let us know you'd like to join the team, or for a link to our team fundraising page, email lee.hardy@reachuk.org.

Let's pedal together, support each other, and make a difference! 🌟 #newarkcastlesportive #teamreach #CyclingForACause 🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️
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🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️ Exciting News! 🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️

Were thrilled to announce that were entering a team in the Newark Castle Sportive on May 12th! 🎉 Join us for a fantastic ride (35k - other options available) and help us fly the flag for Reach!

Would you or someone you know like to join our team? Sign up here: https://sportivehq.com/2024-newark-castle-sportive

For more information, to let us know youd like to join the team, or for a link to our team fundraising page, email lee.hardy@reachuk.org.

Lets pedal together, support each other, and make a difference! 🌟 #NewarkCastleSportive #TeamReach #CyclingForACause 🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️

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🌟 A Big Thank You to Heron Foods in Newark! 🌟

Thanks to Heron Foods for their generous donation of £268.40 from their recent fundraising day. 🙏 Staff members donned their pyjamas and hosted charity stalls, including the chance to throw a wet sponge at a staff member! 💦 Thanks to all the fantastic staff at Heron Foods for organizing such a fun and successful event, and to everyone who participated. Special shoutout to store manager Kay! Your support means a lot to us. 🌟 #communitysupport #gratitude #thankyou 🛒🎉
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🌟 A Big Thank You to Heron Foods in Newark! 🌟

Thanks to Heron Foods for their generous donation of £268.40 from their recent fundraising day. 🙏 Staff members donned their pyjamas and hosted charity stalls, including the chance to throw a wet sponge at a staff member! 💦 Thanks to all the fantastic staff at Heron Foods for organizing such a fun and successful event, and to everyone who participated. Special shoutout to store manager Kay! Your support means a lot to us. 🌟 #CommunitySupport #Gratitude #ThankYou 🛒🎉