Tuesday, 31 March 2015

Volunteer recognised for role in Chelmsley Wood garden project

GREEN FINGERS: Volunteer Craig Duffy
A VOLUNTEER has received national recognition for his hard work on a much-loved community project.
Earlier this month, Craig Duffy finished third in the Volunteer of the Year category at London’s Edible Garden Show.
The 30-year-old has spent more than 70 hours helping to transform the Bluebell Community Garden, in Chelmsley Wood, into a thriving wildlife habitat and vegetable patch.
“I am very happy to receive this award; however it has been a team effort,” said Craig.
“Becoming a volunteer has made a big difference to my health as I go outdoors more.
“I enjoy meeting new people and getting out of the house and making a change to the environment. The Bluebell Garden is a relaxing place that helps you forget about your worries.”
Efforts to transform the barren scrap of land in Bluebell Drive into a flourishing garden area began in 2011 and the scheme has gone from strength-to-strength.
Councillor Ken Meeson, Solihull Council's cabinet member for health and wellbeing, said: “This is an excellent achievement and thoroughly deserved.
“Craig and all the volunteers have committed a tremendous amount of time to transform the Bluebell Community Garden into a space that is now accessible to all and more friendly for wildlife.”

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