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A community charity nurturing healthy lives outdoors.
WHO WE ARE
About Growing Works
Growing Works is a community charity based in Huddersfield, Kirklees, dedicated to nurturing healthy lives, outdoors. Since 2015, we have been creating inclusive outdoor spaces where people of all ages can improve their wellbeing, build confidence, develop new skills, and feel part of something positive.
We believe that spending time outdoors, connecting with others, and taking part in meaningful activities can have a lasting impact on people’s lives. Whether someone joins us to improve their mental health, reduce isolation, gain experience, or simply enjoy being outside, we aim to provide a warm and welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and supported.
Our work is rooted in the belief that nature can nurture. Through therapeutic gardening, outdoor learning, wellbeing activities, and community-based projects, we create opportunities for people to connect with the natural world and with each other. We work with children, young people, adults, families, and professionals, offering activities that are inclusive, accessible, and responsive to the needs of our local community.
Our Vision
At Growing Works we aspire to create a Kirklees where everyone can grow, heal, and thrive through connection with food, nature, and community.
Our Mission
Growing Works strengthens individuals and communities by providing inclusive, outdoor-based activities that promote wellbeing, resilience, and personal growth. We cultivate safe, supportive outdoor spaces where people of all ages and abilities can connect, learn, and flourish together.
Compassion
We lead with kindness, understanding, and respect. People and nature are linked and looked after.
Inclusivity
We welcome and celebrate people of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. We celebrate everyone’s individuality and will challenge respectfully unwanted behaviour and attitudes.
Wellbeing
We prioritise mental, emotional, and physical health through engagement with green spaces. We help individuals build confidence, skills, and independence.
Sustainability
We care for the environment and promote sustainable practices in all we do.
Community
We foster strong, supportive relationships and shared purpose.
GROWING WORKS
Our Aims
GROWING WORKS
Statutory information
Growing Works is a registered charity, number 1160003 . We generate income through a variety of sources; grants and donations e.g. individuals and corporate business sponsorship and trading activity e.g. training workshops and consultation.
Growing Works is a registered company in England and Wales, company number 07832832. Any profits go straight back into the business towards fulfilling the aims of the organisation.
Registered address: C/O 18 Lowergate, Huddersfield, HD3 4ER
Growing Works is a membership organisation where full members support the work of the charity and can attend Annual General Meetings, with a right to vote. Affiliate members offer valuable support to the charity but do not vote.
Please email info@growingworks.org.uk for more information.
As an organisation people and place are important to us. The core of our work aims to support people and use outdoor space to help improve both physical and mental health and wellbeing. We recognise in using outdoor therapy that the health of our environment is also vitally important and are committed to reducing any negative impacts of our operations and promoting environmental awareness in the community.
We endeavour to:
- Exceed all relevant regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate environmental performance at the end of the calendar year and propose improvements.
- Continually assess and reduce environmental impacts.
- Incorporate environmental factors into business decisions.
- Promote a culture of environmental awareness and respect.
Our safeguarding statement is available to be viewed here
Our policies are available to view on request, please contact us for further information