The Green Patch is a 2.5 acre site situated on the edge of The Grange housing estate in Kettering. Over the years the site has been improved by volunteers, and currently consists of:
- A multi-use building and disabled access toilet
- polytunnels
- beehives, ducks and chickens
- raised beds
- compost
- Summerhouse and natural play area
- wildlife areas including two ponds
- orchards
Groundwork Northamptonshire has been managing the Green Patch since 2007, transforming it from a site that was barely used and struggling for volunteers and customers, to a thriving and friendly hub that supports a number of different projects including;
- after school clubs for mainstream and disabled children
- young people and adult employment programmes
- alternative education
- regular and supported adult volunteering
- Community use and events
The Green Patch sees over 250 adults and children come through the gates every week – to some it has been a lifeline – and it is supported by a range of funders and partners.
