horticultural charity Thrive<\/a> throughout the whole project. And together, we\u2019ll create a safe space for disabled people and the wider community.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhy gardens matter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Gardens give us an immeasurable sense of wellbeing, both physically and mentally. And by using accessibility as a form of inspiration along with cutting-edge design, we will encourage, support and empower people with complex needs to enjoy being outside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We\u2019ll increase physical activity through gardening, and provide a space for outdoor exercise, movement and play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But there will also be quiet spaces to sit, read and reflect and we\u2019ll grow fruit, vegetables, and herbs.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInternal garden project<\/h2>\n\n\n\n I\u2019m fascinated by the work of Sense and Justin Wiggan on the internal garden project. Sound files are collated from plants so visitors to the garden can listen and feel the vibrations of plants as they grow around them. It\u2019s very exciting for everyone, but especially for people who are deafblind or who have other sensory impairments. It means all of us can experience and sense living, growing plants in a whole new way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s a totally unique project that I\u2019ve not seen anywhere else, and it will make this garden truly accessible and inclusive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A truly special garden<\/h2>\n\n\n\n There\u2019s a real excitement among everyone we\u2019ve spoken to about this project. We aim to create something truly special for people with complex needs, co-made and designed by the people Sense supports.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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