Aims and Objectives of the Orchard Project

• To maintain and improve levels of biodiversity in the area.
• To provide service users with a quality environmental restoration experience leading to increased confidence, mental well being and developing social and work skills.
• To offer Ecotherapy through the development of our derelict orchard into a usable community space.
• To invite groups from all sectors to work together on environmental activities (e.g. pond dipping) and growing sustainable local produce.
• To encourage integration into the local community and improving both Deaf and mental health awareness.
• To provide self healing through green activities and experience of variety in gardening (e.g. allotment, herb, wildflower, orchard and forest gardening).