Green spaces

We’re committed to looking after green spaces in our local communities, caring for wildlife, and working with local groups and charities to make a difference.

Green Spaces Project

Each spring we work with community partners to take on a number of projects to help clean up, develop and revitalise community green spaces.

Additionally, each of our colleagues is given two days paid volunteering to get out in the community and make a difference, and many colleagues use this time to care for green spaces.

From weeding and planting to creating bug hotels and sensory gardens, there are activities for all ages and abilities to take part. This hands-on approach means our communities can continue to enjoy their outside spaces and take pride in their local area.

You're invited to join us in making a positive impact!

We'll be adding events throughout the project for you to join on this webpage here: www.lincolnshire.coop/events

You can be involved with:

• Developing community gardens
• Creating growing spaces for schools
• Clearing and de-weeding
• Cutting back hedges and trees
• Planting
• Cleaning and freshening up community parks

We hope to see you at one of our projects!

Biodiverse branches

We are introducing more wildlife friendly planting schemes at new stores, and even have plans to trial community gardens.

At Barrowby Food Store, we’re trialing climbing plants on the walls of the outlet – providing even more green space.

Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust are helping us to identify ways we can improve the greenery around existing outlets, too. Watch this space!

Co-op Wood

The Co-op Wood was first developed in celebration of our 150th birthday back in 2011 and is maintained by Nettleham Woodland Trust.

Trees were planted and a pond was created. Not only does this site serve as a great home for an abundance of local wildlife, it's a lovely place to go for a walk.

Colleagues continue to get involved with volunteering at the site, and it’s fantastic to see how it’s developed over the years.