Grow East Anglia
We are an organization based on the Norfolk / Suffolk border, which was set up to provide high-quality art and craft experiences to members of our local community. We run a community allotment, supplying fresh produce to local community fridges and The Shelf – a social supermarket in Diss, Norfolk.
What’s happening
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Join us this Sunday!
We’re holding another walk this Sunday the 26th of November 2023. Our last walk was popular, so book your place now to join us this Sunday. totally free, this walk is sponsored by AtoBetter, working to reduce car journeys in Harleston. All ages welcome! Dogs welcome! Read more
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Wonderful Weather for Walking!
Walk from The Poppies on the 29th October Our walk in Harleston was a great example of how community and nature can come together to create something truly special. The glorious late October sunshine weather (inbetween days and days of rain!) set the stage for a morning filled with the joy of walking and connecting Read more
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Harleston Walk
Join us for an easy, relaxed circular walk from The Poppies to Harleston town centre. Our expert will guide your walk and help you to spot local wildlife and plants. 29th October 2023, meeting at 10AM in the Play Park at The Poppies Bring your camera or phone to take some pictures, we’d love to Read more
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Bike Repair Workshops
After our successful project with Youth Engagement Suffolk last year, we’re delighted to be able to offer bike repair workshops again. This time we’ll be at the Exhannge2 in Harleston on Tuesday 14th November 2023 at 6:30pm. The workshops are free, limited numbers of places available. Please complete this form if you are interested. and Read more
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Tomatoes, tomatoes, tomatoes!
We’ve grown far too many tomatoes this year. We do this every year… Read more
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Litter pick
Working with the scouts to collect litter. The young people were rightly proud of their achievements! Read more
Our Work
We are a needs-led organisation that works with other organisations and charities. We specialise in outdoor activities and run a community allotment in a 60 foot polytunnel on the Norfolk/Suffolk border.
Who we work with
- Children/young people
- Elderly/old people
- People with disabilities
- Other organizations
- The general public
Where to find us
Youth clubs, community centres in Norfolk and Suffolk and local community celebrations such as the Diss carnival.
What the people we work with are saying
“Can I come camping again next year”
This is a great way to get teenagers talking to each other.
Earsham – Awards for All funded project 2018
“I haven’t had this much fun in ages”
I’m so proud of myself, I feel wonderful.
Earsham – Awards for All funded project 2018
“I love growing my own vegetables”
It’s so relaxing and calming, away from the hustle and bustle.
Plot to Pot
Let’s build something together.
We believe that together we are greater and can achieve more than we can on our own. We want to build links between young and old, between rural areas and towns and to get people communicating with each other.
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