Protest
Stand up for green public spaces, pollinator-friendly planning, and fair access to local land.
Village action network
THE TIME IS NOW
Grow stronger local gardens, craft skills, and public events with the people of Glanton and the wider district.
Manifesto
What We Stand For
- Protect local growing traditions and pass them on.
- Make practical skills visible, useful, and open to all ages.
- Turn village gathering into year-round mutual support.
- Use shows, workshops, and partnerships to build a thriving district.
Action pathways
Choose Your Next Move
Petition
Support resident-led calls for protected allotments, better village notice points, and shared growing spaces.
Donate
Fund tools, seeds, exhibition materials, youth sessions, and transport for community participation.
Organize
Host a table, lead a workshop, steward a show class, or help coordinate a local chapter event.
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Chapters
District Activity Hubs
Glanton
84 members
Seed swap on 19 AprilAlnwick
67 members
Garden skills night on 26 AprilWooler
42 members
Spring produce display on 30 AprilMorpeth
51 members
Volunteer build day on 4 MayTestimonials
Voices From The Movement
“The society gave our village a reason to work side by side again.”
Margaret, volunteer grower
“I joined for the horticulture and stayed for the sense of common purpose.”
Lewis, show exhibitor
Recent wins
Visible Local Impact
Expanded annual show categories
Added youth craft, pollinator planting, and heritage produce classes with 38 new entrants.
Community tool share launched
Local members can now borrow starter equipment, lowering the barrier to home growing projects.
Winter workshop series filled out
Every session reached capacity, bringing together new residents and long-standing members.
Resources
Activist Toolkit
Show Entry Guide
Volunteer Starter Pack
Seasonal Growing Calendar
Community Event Checklist
FAQ
Urgent Questions, Direct Answers
Who can join?
Residents, growers, makers, families, and supporters from Glanton and nearby communities are welcome.
Do I need gardening experience?
No. Beginners can join workshops, receive mentoring, and enter novice show classes.
Can I volunteer without becoming a member?
Yes. Event-day support, setup, stewarding, and outreach roles are all available.
Is the annual show open to the public?
Yes. Visitors can attend, exhibit, sponsor, or help run the event.
Where do donations go?
Funds support program materials, community displays, volunteer logistics, and outreach.
Big CTA
START NOW
Become a member, volunteer for the next event, or contact the director to support the society.