8 May 2025

Are you a keen gardener but not sure where to start? Maybe you don’t have access to a garden of your own. Now you have the opportunity to apply for your own growing space.

MindSpace Stamford has several small plots available for people who wish to try their hand at growing and tending to plants, which they can do in a supported environment at the MindSpace Wellbeing Garden on Uffington Road.

People will have freedom to design and plant their own space as part of the MindSpace growing community. This is suitable for people who have never planted or grown anything before, through to people who want to expand their knowledge and try growing something new.

Full support will be provided along with the equipment needed to make sure their plot is successful.

Why gardening is good for you

The wellbeing and therapeutic benefits of gardening and horticulture are well documented, with benefits including stress reduction, improved mood, and increased physical activity.

MindSpace Garden Trustee, Chris Young, says: “We have a great opportunity for people to have a go at growing something at MindSpace. There is no failure. It is the act of growing – of seed sowing, of turning the earth over, of weeding and dead heading, the act of gardening – that has scientific benefits for our wellbeing.”

He adds: “It is good for mindfulness, for positivity, for connection with nature. All these things are really important. It is not about being a great gardener but having that connection with a plant, the soil, the environment or the season. We don’t expect any knowledge or skill but coming down and seeing what interests you and giving it a go.”

Anybody interested in applying for a growing space should fill out the form: MindSpace Growing Space Application Form 2025

You can also email us: info@mindspacestamford.com

Happy growing!