Join us to build a Sensory Play Area for the Barnsley community. We're building a mud kitchen and sensory garden and we need your help to make it happen! The first two weeks are for the mud kitchen, they include measuring and preparing the space , using our material bank to find the appropriate materials […]
Learn together how to make large flower presses for the community and your own mini pocket press. During the workshop you'll learn how to safely cut wood, cardboard, sand, drill pilot holes, use winged nuts and bolts, and how to layer plants for pressing. Why not come back on Saturday 13th, to decorate your flower […]
Learn how to use manual and electrical tools! No previous experience needed! As part of a series of events for The Carers Garden we're opening up the space for a day of activities. This is a drop-in event where you can: Build a bird box to take home Learn the basics of bricklaying and help […]
Join us to build an outdoor seating area for the Carers' Community Garden. This will be a space to relax, share stories and appreciate nature. As part of a series of events for The Carers Garden we're building a seating area for the garden which will be used to hold space for community for years […]
Join us to build an outdoor seating area for the Carers' Community Garden. This will be a space to relax, share stories and appreciate nature. As part of a series of events for The Carers Garden we're building a seating area for the garden which will be used to hold space for community for years […]
Join us to build an outdoor seating area for the Carers' Community Garden. This will be a space to relax, share stories and appreciate nature. As part of a series of events for The Carers Garden we're building a seating area for the garden which will be used to hold space for community for years […]
Join us for week 1 OR 2 of our Intro to Bricklaying course. In the first week you'll get to grips with the tools and materials used for bricklaying, practice mixing mortar, learn how to cut bricks, and build a simple wall. During the second week you will be practicing your skills and finishing your […]
Join us for week 3 of our Intro to Bricklaying course. During the third week you'll make a start on the community build project. This could be a pizza oven, fire pit, BBQ, or something else! Our instructors will take you through everything from how to prepare the space, to measuring for materials, to getting […]
Learn how to use manual and electrical tools! No previous experience needed! As part of a series of events for The Carers Garden we're opening up the space for a day of activities. This is a drop-in event where you can: Build a mini planter to take home Enjoy a variety of craft activities like […]
Join us for week 2 of our Intro to Bricklaying course. During this week, you'll help us finish off our brick compost heap to practice your skills and get ready to make a start on the community build project. This could be a pizza oven, fire pit, BBQ, or something else! Our instructors will take […]
Join us for week 3 of our Intro to Bricklaying course. During this week you'll make a start on the community build project. This could be a pizza oven, fire pit, BBQ, or something else! Our instructors will take you through everything from how to prepare the space, to measuring for materials, to getting a […]
Join us for week 4 of our Intro to Bricklaying course. During this week, you'll be finishing off the community pizza oven! Our instructors will take you through everything from how to prepare the space, to measuring for materials, to getting a professional finishing. We’ll provide all the tools, materials, safety equipment and expertise to […]
Join us for an open-day! We'll be laying a new path, cutting back the garden and pruning ready for winter! We’ll provide all the tools, materials, safety equipment and expertise to help you learn DIY. The Carers Garden is a place for everyone to enjoy and we want to give you the space to be […]
Come along and help us finish our community pizza oven! This week you'll be working on constructing the build. You don't need any prior experience with anything - our tutors will go through everything with you, one step at a time, including how to use the tools and build the oven. We’ll provide all the […]
This one day Intro to Woodwork is a no pressure, fun day where you can come along and learn some wood working. You will be making a wooden archway which will be used to grow grape vines. You don't need any prior experience with anything - not the tools, working with wood, building. Our tutors […]
Come along and help us finish our community pizza oven! This week you'll be working on constructing the build. You don't need any prior experience with anything - our tutors will go through everything with you, one step at a time, including how to use the tools and build the oven. We’ll provide all the […]
Always wanted to learn how to tile? Join us on our one-day DIY tiling course to learn how to lay and grout tiles. We'll show you everything, from mixing your adhesive, to laying tiles evenly. You don't need any prior experience - our female tutors will go through everything with you, one step at a […]
Always wanted to learn how to tile? Join us on our one-day DIY tiling course to learn how to lay and grout tiles. We'll show you everything, from mixing your adhesive, to laying tiles evenly. You don't need any prior experience - our female tutors will go through everything with you, one step at a […]
Join us to learn how to build a growhouse/cold frame green house, perfect for keeping your seeds and young plants safe from cold weather. We'll be using recycled/reclaimed materials for this project and you'll learn all the necessary skills to be able to replicate this in your own garden! You don't need any prior experience […]
Join us to build a DIY raised planter for the Carers' Community Garden. This will be a space to relax, share stories and appreciate nature. You don't need any previous experience, as our female tutors will show you how you use the equipment, make plans, and build a planter. We’ll provide all the tools, materials, […]
