
British Islamic Gardens
What we do
British Islamic Gardens (BIG) is a volunteer-led community gardening group that welcomes members of the public to join their free gardening sessions. The group aims to grow plants in harmony with the environment, promoting sustainability and encouraging community cohesion.
BIG is based at the Aisha Masjid, on London Road, Earley, where they are developing and maintaining a garden around the mosque building. This includes raised beds – used to grow vegetables – a collection of fruit trees and soft fruits, and decorative borders. Sessions are led by garden-lead volunteers and are based on the seasonal activities relevant to the garden. Specific projects may be organised from time to time. Produce is shared with the volunteers and with people attending the mosque.
Sessions
Sessions are held in the morning – 10 am to 12 noon – on Tuesdays to Thursdays and Saturdays, and run throughout the year, weather permitting. The site has only limited shelter, so sessions may be cancelled if the weather is unsuitable. It is therefore a good idea to get in touch before going for the first time to check a session is running.
BIG is open to adults – including older individuals; families – including children under supervision; and individuals with mild mental health issues, including autism and depression.
Join us
For further information or to attend a session, see the British Islamic Gardens website, email: info@bigardens.org or ring 07534 404200.