Solihull and Chelmsley Wood town centres are ready for summer with 88 colourful hanging baskets, thanks to a new partnership between Solihull Council and Newlands Bishop Farm in Catherine de Barnes.
Part of the Family Care Trust, the farm gives people with learning disabilities and mental health conditions the chance to learn work-based skills in a range of subjects including horticulture. Students at the farm have nurtured the plants from seedlings over the last few months, developing valuable skills in the process.
“This is a great project and great for both the borough and Newlands Bishop Farm. I’m so appreciative of the work council officers, our waste partners Veolia and the Family Care Trust for making this happen”
Why not visit Newlands Bishop Farm to see what other services they offer – the have a great cafe as well:
Ken Hawkins 