Welcome to our Scotland pages
On this page you will find regularly updated information on all the latest news, events and funding opportunities specifically for Scotland.
You can also find contact details for the regional development staff dedicated to advising and supporting community managed farms and gardens.
News & events
National conference 2008:
Bringing together Federation members, policy-makers and representatives of organisations related to community gardening and farming in Scotland, this popular annual event (organised in association with Trellis and ARI) is now in its fourth year and will be held at the Scottish Natural Heritage Offices at Battleby, near Perth on October 2, 2008.
It will be an excellent opportunity to gain some valuable information as well as chat with representatives from community gardens, local authorities, funding bodies and support organisations throughout Scotland. More details and booking forms will appear on this page nearer the time.
For details of last year's event, download the Scotland National Networking Event 2007 report using the following link:
Scotland Conference Report 07
Campaign launch: NFU (National Farmers' Union) Scotland has launched a new campaign called
What's on your Plate? The
campaign aims to promote Scottish food and farming and to raise consumer
awareness of the importance of local food and farming. We want the public
to think about the implications of their food and drink choices.
The campaign is about more than just promoting high quality food; it is about asking the public to support high animal welfare and environmental production standards, help reduce food miles and safeguard local communities and family businesses. The campaign is a great way of teaching adults and children alike about the issues surrounding the food that they eat.
You can find out more by visiting the website at www.whatsonyourplate.co.uk
- In addition to large scale events and stories in this section, keep an eye out on our regularly updated Events Page listings for details of events, fairs and workshops taking place on city farms and community gardens in Scotland.
Publications
Scottish starter pack: This community garden starter pack has been specifically written for Scotland and is available FREE to members or at a cost of £6 for non-members, including postage and packaging. It covers the often complex issues that can arise when setting up or developing a community garden, with advice on topics ranging from legal obligations and fundraising to negotiating for a site and employing staff.
New members will automatically be sent this pack along with a number of other useful documents. You can also order a copy from our Scotland office, using the contact details below. Alternatively, a PDF copy is also available for members from the Members Resources section of this website.
Scotland map: Our unique map gives details of 37 local community gardens and farms in Scotland. Copies of the map are available from the Scotland office of the FCFCG, using the contact details below. Alternatively you can download a PDF version by clicking on the map icon below. Please note that this is a large document and may take some time to download for those with dial-up connections.
Scotland_map- FCFCG members can also find a comprehensive range of information resources and publications by logging into the Members Zone on this website and accessing our Resource Centre.
Our Members in Scotland
- If you would like to find more information about FCFCG's members in Scotland, then use this link to our Online Database to find any city farms or community gardens in your area.
FCFCG contacts for this region
Juliet Wilson
Scotland Development Worker
Scottish Office, PO Box 17306,
Edinburgh EH12 1AJ
Tel: 0131 623 7058
Fax: 0131 623 7058
e mail:
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