Healthy Roots
www.middlefield.freeuk.com
http://aberdeencountrysideproject.org
www.greenspacescotland.org.uk
Healthy Roots is a community-led initiative to transform 2 hectares of derelict land in the Middlefield area of Aberdeen into a new public park.
Work has involved clearing of the derelict site and the creation of a path network, flower beds, picnic benches, vegetable plots, composting, wildlife gardens and several play areas.
The scheme offers multiple benefits with a focus particularly on encouraging social inclusion, healthy eating and urban regeneration. Healthy eating is promoted by making it fun and part of the overall activities of the park rather than something people 'ought' to do.
The site also provides 'horticultural therapy' for a number of mental health and disability organisations in the city. Healthy Roots has received invaluable support from local conservation volunteer groups.
Contact:Healthy Roots
3B Manor Walk
Aberdeen AB16 7UJ
Tel: 01224 680330
healthyrootsaberdeen@yahoo.co.uk