Non-Profit - N/A, N/A, UK
Meanwood Valley Urban Farm, a registered charity, was established in 1980 to provide services to inner city communities. From the Farm's humble beginnings operating from two old caravans, it has grown into a 24-acre site. It's not only a working farm with a wide variety of animals but also a major centre for community and environmental workServices we provide include: •Environmental education services to schools – Projects include minibeast hunts, incubation and mud workshop •Holiday Playschemes •Alternative Programme – Engage ReConnect Project – delivered to high school pupils aged 13-16 years who are experiencing problems in mainstream education •Development programme for adults with learning disabilities •Training – NOCN Progression Awards •Allotments to local people •Leisure resource that is open to visitors every day •Conference facilities – We have rooms of differing sizes available to hire for meetings, community groups etc. Partnership and Training The Farm works in partnership with Leeds City Council Adult Social Care in providing a community care scheme where adults with learning disabilities receive training in gardening, literacy and numeracy. For these individuals, being based in an integrated environment has positive benefits.
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