What We Do
Let’s Grow Preston is a local Preston charity which supports people and communities through gardening, growing food, and working together in green spaces. Our projects help people feel healthier, more confident, and more connected — to nature and to each other.
We work across Preston to:
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Run community gardens and growing spaces
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Deliver social and therapeutic horticulture sessions
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Support volunteers and community groups
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Grow and distribute food locally
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Share skills, tools, and resources
Who We Support
We welcome people of all ages and backgrounds, including:
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People experiencing loneliness, stress, or poor mental health
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Neurodiverse individuals and people with disabilities
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Those looking to build confidence, skills, or routine
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Community groups and local organisations
No experience needed — just a willingness to take part.
Why It Matters
Being outdoors, growing food, and working alongside others improves wellbeing, builds confidence, and strengthens communities.
Our work helps:
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Improve mental and physical wellbeing
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Reduce isolation and loneliness
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Support healthier lifestyles
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Care for local green spaces in sustainable ways
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Strengthen community networks across Preston
Awards & Accomplishments
We Sell
Creating Social Impact in Preston
At Let’s Grow Preston, we believe growing food and community go hand in hand. Our projects provide real social value—helping local residents learn new skills, access healthy food, and connect with their neighbours.
How LGP Contributes Social Value to Preston:
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Community Engagement: Over 200 volunteers involved in local garden projects over the last year!
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Education & Skills: Providing workshops teaching sustainable gardening.
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Environmental Impact: Promoting local food growing and reducing food miles across Preston.
Join us for a team day that grows more than just gardens—your employees will make a real difference in the Preston community.”
Practical gardening skills. Real results. Affordable for everyone.
Join our friendly, hands-on gardening club and learn how to grow, care for and enjoy your garden with expert guidance from a local horticulturalist.
This isn’t a sit-and-chat club — you’ll take part in practical tasks, learn by doing, and leave with real confidence to grow your own.
Interested in joining in the New Year? Send us an email at letsgrowpreston@gmail.com and we'll add you to our waiting list!
Celebrating Preston’s Green Spaces
We’re excited to support YourMap, a Preston-based digital initiative celebrating our city’s green spaces and community efforts. In partnership with Let’s Grow Preston, the project is creating a film and booklet to highlight local parks, woodlands, play-parks, and allotments, along with stories and photos from the community.
If you’d like to contribute a story, photo, or recording, you can email dave@yourmaponline.co.uk or call Chris on 07971 641824. All submissions should be sent by the end of 2025.
Discover more about the project and explore the green spaces in Preston on the YourMap website.