Who is The GARDEN for?
The GARDEN of Downton Baptist Church is a place where everyone is welcome.
A place to share, to sow, plant, and gather together. A place to grow food and flowers for our community, and will be given away in The LARDER.
We will share time, knowledge and love with anyone who comes as we garden and drink tea together!
How will The GARDEN work?
When The GARDEN is open there will be a varied jobs list which will range in effort and ability. The lead gardeners for the day will guide you to something you feel you would like to do. We will offer support in every way we can.
We hope to make a place where you can come and belong.
What can I expect when I come The GARDEN?
You will be asked to answer some questions before you start.
These questions will make you aware of how to keep yourself and others safe.
By working in The GARDEN, you will need to wash your hands as working with compost is unclean and some plants, bulbs and seeds may be toxic and cause allergies or sickness.
You will be asked to take care when lifting or moving items.
We will ask you to keep tools and walk ways tidy to stop others tripping over and 
to use tools correctly.
We will ask you to wear closed shoes, long sleeves and wear a pair of gloves. If the weather is hot, we will encourage you to wear sun screen and a hat.
We ask you to take care and listen to instructions around any open fires.
We ask that if you have any medical conditions that you think we should know about to keep you safe, that you let us know.
We strongly suggest you ensure you are covered for Tetanus.
All young people under 18 need to be kept in the supervision of their parent or guardian.
How much does The GARDEN cost?
The GARDEN is absolutely free
and anyone can come and take part.
How can I donate to The GARDEN?
If you have extra seedlings, or plants you would like to donate, then please bring them to The GARDEN.
Items we particularly need: Hand tools, bulbs and plants, wheel barrows and watering cans.
We are grateful for the support of Wickes Salisbury who have recently donated many items.
How do you volunteer to lead at The GARDEN?
Anyone can come to work in the church in The GARDEN.
The Church in the GARDEN is run by volunteers from Downton Baptist Church and the wider local community. All our leaders for The church in The GARDEN must complete training and will are required to hold a DBS certificate with DBC prior to volunteering. For more information on safeguarding please click here.