Nature for Health: Creative Wellbeing Course at Chorlton Community Garden

Join us for a 7‑session course of nature‑based crafts and activities designed to support health and wellbeing. Delivered by Sow the City as part of the Greater Manchester Nature for Health project, this programme offers creative making, time outdoors and simple nature‑based activities in a friendly small group.
 

Combining time outdoors, creative activities and simple nature‑based crafts, the course supports local residents to build confidence, meet new people, manage stress and feel more connected to the natural world.

About the service This course is part of Greater Manchester’s Social and Therapeutic Horticulture (STH) offer. Sessions blend ecotherapy, hands‑on creative activities and time outdoors, supporting people to improve wellbeing in a supportive small group. Workshops will take place in Chorlton Community Garden and the community room in Chorlton Library, depending on the weather and the activity.

Who is this for?

The course is designed for Manchester residents experiencing any of the following:

• Mild to moderate depression or anxiety

• Stress or low confidence

• Social isolation

• Low physical activity levels

• Lack of community connection

• Disconnection from nature

• Bereavement

What to expect
You’ll take part in a structured 7‑session programme guided by an experienced facilitator. Activities are suitable for beginners, and many sessions include items you can take home, gift or donate to the community garden.
 

Course dates and activities (10–12pm, September–December 2026)

21 September – Natural cosmetics: liquid soap and bath bombs

5 October – Chutney making with apples from the garden

19 October – Cyanotype printing and garden signage

2 November – Wood rounds, bird feeders, herbal tea tasting

16 November – Birdboxes

30 November – Kokedama and nature craft activity

7 December – Wreath making with a hot festive drink
 

How to take part
Places are limited to eight, and participants attend the full course. Please complete the linked application form directly, or on behalf of someone who has asked you to. After applying, a Sow the City staff member may contact you to complete a short referral form so we can ensure the course meets your needs.
 

Application deadline: info to come
When you will hear if you have a place:  info to come
Contact for more information: info to come

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