Taylor Wimpey Exeter has donated £500 to a community allotment project in Dawlish that aims to help enhance individuals physical and mental health, as well as increase wellbeing opportunities in the area.
The project, called Plot 30, was spearheaded by Browns Brook Allotment Association committee in partnership with the local council. Two allotments have been transformed into an accessible community space where visitors can help plant, weed, water and harvest produce, or simply enjoy a cup of tea and conversation in peaceful surroundings.
Designed to be inclusive and accessible, the space includes wheelchair-friendly pathways and raised beds to create a welcoming environment for all members of the community. The allotment also welcomes children’s groups to take part in activities including bug hunts, seed planting and learning where food comes from.
Taylor Wimpey’s donation will help fund further improvements to the second allotment plot, including additional wheelchair-friendly paths, raised beds and a new polytunnel.
Sue, a volunteer at Plot 30 said: “We’re incredibly grateful to Taylor Wimpey for supporting our project. This donation will help us continue creating an accessible and welcoming space where people can enjoy the positive impact that gardening, nature and community can have on both physical and mental wellbeing.”
Emma Smith, Sales and Marketing Director at Taylor Wimpey Exeter, said: “Plot 30 is a fantastic example of how community spaces can make a real difference to people’s wellbeing. We’re delighted to support such an inclusive and worthwhile local initiative and hope our donation will help the project continue to grow.”
Taylor Wimpey Exeter is building new homes in Dawlish at its Brook Vale development, for more information please visit https://www.taylorwimpey.co.uk/new-homes/dawlish/brook-vale
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