A COMMUNITY allotment has been set up to encourage green-fingered volunteers to come forward.

The group has been set up for those people living with a visual impairment who can take part and get involved in growing their own fruit and vegetables as well as potting some seasonal plants.

Organised by the visual impairment team, part of Bradford Council’s Sensory Needs service, the community garden will allow members to share gardening tips and a cup of tea.

A ‘Growing Together’ allotment open day was held on May 18 where volunteers and members came together to launch the project and meet new volunteers.

Councillor Sarah Ferriby, Bradford Council’s Executive Member for Healthy People and Places, said: “This is a great opportunity for people to come together as a community to share their love of the great outdoors and reap the health benefits of the open green space.

"The Growing Together group will allow people to connect through this network of friends to support each other and reduce social isolation as well as provide daily exercise."

There are lots of opportunities for everyone to get involved, contribute and learn new skills. To become a group volunteer, call Steve Varey on 01274 435001.