{"id":45972,"date":"2025-03-06T11:47:54","date_gmt":"2025-03-06T10:47:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thefamilygrapevine.co.uk\/midsussex\/2025\/02\/27\/charities-and-community-groups-invited-to-free-events-at-wakehurst-this-spring\/"},"modified":"2025-03-17T10:50:45","modified_gmt":"2025-03-17T09:50:45","slug":"charities-and-community-groups-invited-to-free-events-at-wakehurst-this-spring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thefamilygrapevine.co.uk\/midsussex\/2025\/03\/06\/charities-and-community-groups-invited-to-free-events-at-wakehurst-this-spring\/","title":{"rendered":"Charities and community groups invited to free events at Wakehurst this spring"},"content":{"rendered":"<table width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<table width=\"600\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"202\"><\/td>\n<td width=\"202\"><\/td>\n<td width=\"202\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><em>Exclusive activities and workshops for individuals who may face barriers to visiting <\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Spring into Community<\/strong><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><strong>Thursday 24 \u2013 Friday 25 April and Saturday 3 May 2025<\/strong><br \/>\n10:30 \u2013 16:00<br \/>\nFree entry and parking included<br \/>\nGroups can book for free <a href=\"https:\/\/u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net\/ls\/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC73EffzWxZAu88S0rqBY97SDUr0YqsVgRQUYEhWLPcEDEQjiVF2LvWoOH6Ixh3JVSB2PmXqmB5eKTOliaf-2F-2BvIrt3ZubxvtXqcNAmtvcIyW-2B8zYwNWkHT5qIeCkCzVxTKPZdaNsdWl62GEAKmyqmVkkBwL2dmKrs0ePvAURP7EwD8IDJ71vF1wfadX93UFYBQX2kzig6dtBCiSxrXjSYZZ9GZyWyuRpakOpHbn1gb-2BM6PT00_jnq7Bk682BZ7mSnw-2F-2ByiNBrrkrJhyTh1vjBXEP1rufaaGStwiFZMqQHp8bCBdgUG1FLXsTD1A80ZZYLkFPX1G8TcZeA3dYbx-2F1w0HthdtKnyuh-2B9VZz4R1mxJ8G7z5r6W3sTHk4cygKCLkamSKgLg4I9r1rLMdRbqgYHDds8RzHhh-2FYG5Kbu93ITdhwI9klzB-2BssI7tiPj24xtRURTPmEXk5d6RlvrbB-2Bnc-2FE5xWUxPxfQzvITAK9mgYbw5jfxKDxVtY9GB1GfDwXlCS-2F-2BrQW5tJw-2FLNi0bh4Siu8QP1EtQKJHFfmSntPr-2FsSxTxp7elic5UbS785ZYASeyTqd9spfF9QoQUgqhv0q0ablkdGro-3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">online<\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Free for local community groups and charities, supporting individuals facing barriers to visiting<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Three-day festival of activities and workshops at Wakehurst, Kew\u2019s wild botanic garden <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Festival celebrates the Millennium Seed Bank\u2019s 25<\/strong><strong><sup>th<\/sup><\/strong><strong> anniversary<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Activities are drop-in or bookable at the welcome tent each day, and open to all ages<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This spring Wakehurst will host Spring into Community, a<strong> free, three-day event of activities and workshops <\/strong>for local community and charity groups that are new to Wakehurst, as well as <strong>existing group members of Wakehurst\u2019s <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net\/ls\/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC73EffzWxZAu88S0rqBY97QhiGZOjnydOdEIUU0c-2FcurHpv0R6eBYijUTgFZJ0vKxkewXScEfvtWnUDSJ5rOXszuhC8QOHhQfTQR2XFtlOYlhuQpjIDRA4z1HL-2BpjDue770YaJxZaEbAZDOjAYWCxICloIewt2p2XsmzZGMdmXDyHQPqUoDHkSfZumqGSTZH1A-3D-3DkhHH_jnq7Bk682BZ7mSnw-2F-2ByiNBrrkrJhyTh1vjBXEP1rufaaGStwiFZMqQHp8bCBdgUG1FLXsTD1A80ZZYLkFPX1G8TcZeA3dYbx-2F1w0HthdtKnyuh-2B9VZz4R1mxJ8G7z5r6W3sTHk4cygKCLkamSKgLg4I9r1rLMdRbqgYHDds8RzHhh-2FYG5Kbu93ITdhwI9klzB-2BssI7tiPj24xtRURTPmEWytFiGqCb0-2FNn4Qxn1-2Bpjftd-2FgwTt5q6EJFty-2FUQ-2BOTmDCsfWS9Asvy0f97nHXs7qYmAj1qwDfNz96TjXRDPksUE3tCihgGX-2B3vYIPI4jgLxDgv243X2thSuJ4svUmQlXI0JTOqHORMXxiLq8sP-2BZI-3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Community Access Scheme<\/strong><\/a><strong> (CAS)<\/strong>. Spring into Community opens the gardens for those who may face barriers to visiting and connects participants with the <strong>wonder of Wakehurst and Kew Science<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>For the second annual Spring into Community event, this year <strong>celebrates<\/strong> <strong>the <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net\/ls\/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC1Ygr8YT7JWtmUBOork83k33-2F2pESTHpv8-2BYF3PRD7d18kp9fl8AYFdKk6RgWz5-2Bc-2BBR-2FIpxW41iaayXupL2wPbvYd7KBmRYidu8f5z7nSpwdSqHAZPBbiXiUoAYuOuIlxqbEK5X34jiudNonLY28KFqQWXlV4FkuYmcJXCxL-2Fvc6ffW-2B8e4mFYTvTPe3CbA8vSmuoHmlXcFk75Eckp746g-3DikPW_jnq7Bk682BZ7mSnw-2F-2ByiNBrrkrJhyTh1vjBXEP1rufaaGStwiFZMqQHp8bCBdgUG1FLXsTD1A80ZZYLkFPX1G8TcZeA3dYbx-2F1w0HthdtKnyuh-2B9VZz4R1mxJ8G7z5r6W3sTHk4cygKCLkamSKgLg4I9r1rLMdRbqgYHDds8RzHhh-2FYG5Kbu93ITdhwI9klzB-2BssI7tiPj24xtRURTPmEZVZqzyxZwKHaDF6LpMzl40SiLsCz53Olw9o6Cx7JrCRbBSWjloHt2XAdD5b4EBHy3mA-2Fwog-2FM2UWYHyk8daiRMvKwAASChPrwZO46vvGI9OII6WGtL4s-2BYXRC1MyDXzZrAWBgnq25tuUqNEIAQ0bX8-3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Millennium Seed Bank<\/strong><\/a><strong>\u2019s 25<\/strong><strong><sup>th<\/sup><\/strong><strong> anniversary, <\/strong>showcasing the magnificent world of seeds. Home to the <strong>world\u2019s largest store of wild seeds<\/strong>, Kew&#8217;s Millennium Seed Bank (MSB) is housed in Wakehurst\u2019s 535 acres, and the gardens will be marking this milestone with seed-themed workshops, tours and activities. Spring into Community participants can enjoy <strong>accessible British Sign Language tours of the Millennium Seed Bank Atrium<\/strong>, and <strong>seed-matching workshops<\/strong> that shine the spotlight on the MSB\u2019s celebrated links with global partnerships.<\/p>\n<p>Wakehurst\u2019s wider landscape also forms the perfect setting for horticultural inspiration throughout Spring into Community, and those looking to get hands-on can join a<strong> \u2018Sow and Grow\u2019 taster session <\/strong>or <strong>sustainable gardening workshop. <\/strong>For budding young ecologists, a <strong>seed-saving children\u2019s workshop<\/strong> will sow the seeds of environmental passion. Community groups can also play a vital role in Wakehurst\u2019s<strong> citizen science project, <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net\/ls\/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC1Ygr8YT7JWtmUBOork83k3u-2BkWsc3pBKTa9I2djaOhYpw0r3ww69vtKM5qIOtlBRM6n7Lm88Uu8dDWcXJKZEKbR-2Fe0sd14ZTxR0ZfMrsDqe2lvPj5FQQzBWDW-2FKkx9msvU4vF44UwVFYEkdLrzszh4lvIgFEnvaOn5lqnNGDBJmUCn2e5roiOQyeBaxCzRJnQ-3D-3DuEu7_jnq7Bk682BZ7mSnw-2F-2ByiNBrrkrJhyTh1vjBXEP1rufaaGStwiFZMqQHp8bCBdgUG1FLXsTD1A80ZZYLkFPX1G8TcZeA3dYbx-2F1w0HthdtKnyuh-2B9VZz4R1mxJ8G7z5r6W3sTHk4cygKCLkamSKgLg4I9r1rLMdRbqgYHDds8RzHhh-2FYG5Kbu93ITdhwI9klzB-2BssI7tiPj24xtRURTPmEXbYRCS92tOXsmo45lKR28x463xr2AaP5meP2IvWZqnWAPqKoRuToWWKbzzuuuk10K-2FBqFmYDWAbVLAWb0yq9JUDHALTWWgDJc5qBRw3h4f3LrQvkVP-2BVRGr3FXgXubuXuCum6sgwheDkS4Xv-2Bu1yKI-3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Trees for Bees<\/strong><\/a>. Data collected on a \u2018pollinator safari\u2019 will feed into the <a href=\"https:\/\/u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net\/ls\/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC1Ygr8YT7JWtmUBOork83k3u-2BkWsc3pBKTa9I2djaOhYQqwQQ0W3SYWlVXlhxzVZ16tlcnP8rYMp0CDxwlSDr9YrjgOw8VZT9KyRi7A3AouPJjOkHMeCQHNNPD4rnYoLBZiOC8tVgORWi1ZbP1jl6orI72Dz6-2FiffUF8DH3E60RhcfVg_jnq7Bk682BZ7mSnw-2F-2ByiNBrrkrJhyTh1vjBXEP1rufaaGStwiFZMqQHp8bCBdgUG1FLXsTD1A80ZZYLkFPX1G8TcZeA3dYbx-2F1w0HthdtKnyuh-2B9VZz4R1mxJ8G7z5r6W3sTHk4cygKCLkamSKgLg4I9r1rLMdRbqgYHDds8RzHhh-2FYG5Kbu93ITdhwI9klzB-2BssI7tiPj24xtRURTPmEaienT0mpWiEmEj-2FCc80kcUuALrVwmurzlHtbqRhmGCjVwGVefFHspSe9cS-2B-2BQY0w1RNupcluzkiCYPVwzYTjPuiE1NjdRmO5S3kzfYR6FBqHHAYnsSdA8lyJqcrZ-2FZ0QmSb3yLqNng3fcpE6M-2FpemU-3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Nature Unlocked<\/strong><\/a><strong> programme<\/strong>, as Wakehurst\u2019s scientists are exploring biodiversity\u2019s benefits to our pollinator population.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Harri Oliver, Participation Manager, said: <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to be able to host Spring into Community, which is all about celebrating community, science and horticulture at Wakehurst. As a team, we work with diverse audiences to ensure everyone can experience the joy and positive well-being effects of connecting with nature. We hope that every participant can spend the day with us at Wakehurst, exploring the gardens and finding a workshop or activity that resonates with them, so they can come away feeling empowered.\u201d <\/em><\/p>\n<p>Enjoying free garden entry throughout Spring into Community, visitors can experience Wakehurst\u2019s wider landscape,<strong> abundant with spring blooms.<\/strong> April and May are the perfect time to see Wakehurst\u2019s unmissable<strong> carpet of bluebells in Bethlehem Wood<\/strong>, whilst the Water Gardens burst into vibrant life with <strong>bold <em>rhododendrons <\/em>in an array of bold colours<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Wakehurst\u2019s Community Access Scheme (CAS) was established in 2023 and aims to <strong>break down the physical, sensory, psychological, or social barriers<\/strong> that some face when visiting independently. CAS has so far <strong>welcomed 53 group members<\/strong>, encompassing services that support older people, people living with dementia, adults with learning disabilities and many more. CAS membership is valid for three years, and <strong>group members can enjoy exclusive workshops<\/strong> such as monthly gardening \u2018Sow and Grow\u2019 sessions, Glow Wild lantern-making workshops and more.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Exclusive activities and workshops for individuals who may face barriers to visiting Spring into Community Thursday 24 \u2013 Friday 25 April and Saturday 3 May 2025 10:30 \u2013 16:00 Free entry and parking included Groups can book for free online Free for local community groups and charities, supporting individuals facing barriers to visiting Three-day festival [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":15,"featured_media":45973,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1163],"tags":[],"directory-category":[],"event_categories":[],"class_list":["post-45972","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-activities"],"acf":[],"publishpress_future_action":{"enabled":false,"date":"2026-06-07 09:26:54","action":"change-status","newStatus":"trash","terms":[],"taxonomy":"category","extraData":[]},"publishpress_future_workflow_manual_trigger":{"enabledWorkflows":[]},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/thefamilygrapevine.co.uk\/midsussex\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/45972","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/thefamilygrapevine.co.uk\/midsussex\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/thefamilygrapevine.co.uk\/midsussex\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thefamilygrapevine.co.uk\/midsussex\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/15"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thefamilygrapevine.co.uk\/midsussex\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=45972"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/thefamilygrapevine.co.uk\/midsussex\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/45972\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":45974,"href":"https:\/\/thefamilygrapevine.co.uk\/midsussex\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/45972\/revisions\/45974"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thefamilygrapevine.co.uk\/midsussex\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/45973"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/thefamilygrapevine.co.uk\/midsussex\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=45972"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thefamilygrapevine.co.uk\/midsussex\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=45972"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thefamilygrapevine.co.uk\/midsussex\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=45972"},{"taxonomy":"directory-category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thefamilygrapevine.co.uk\/midsussex\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/directory-category?post=45972"},{"taxonomy":"event_categories","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thefamilygrapevine.co.uk\/midsussex\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event_categories?post=45972"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}