Sandford Court, N4

“The community is stronger now, people talk to each other more and different generations mix. People growing veg in summer, kids run around, it’s great.”

(Sandford Court resident)

 

“The garden seems to be a focal point for the community, especially in the summer. People talk who wouldn’t usually.”

(Sandford Court resident)

 

“Different cultures and backgrounds come together. I spoke to neighbours I had never spoken to.”

(Sandford Court resident)

Infrastructure for Vacant Lot no.14:
Storage shed improvements
Planter with seating
C Planter with seating
Planter (x5)
E
 Planter with trellis (x4)
F Compost
+ Outside tap

Layout of space for food growing
  • dates:
    2012 – 1994
  • location:
    Sandford Court, Bethune Road, Hackney N16 5BB
  • land ownership:

    Hackney Homes

  • size:

    480sqm

  • number of plots:

    38

  • plot size :

    1.2sqm

  • partnership:

    what if: projects Ltd, Groundwork London, Hackney Homes, TRA

  • funding:

    Big Lottery, Transform