Support Us
The LGA is made up of members of the community since its formation in 2010, and have worked together to bring about the transformation of this land for the benefit of the people of Totnes.
The garden thrives because of the generosity, energy and care of people like you. Situated in the heart of Totnes, Leechwell Garden is more than just green space — it’s a living community asset, a wildlife haven, and a place where people connect, relax and grow together. Its continuation is completely dependent on the involvement of the community it serves.
Nature in town matters – Nature England recommends that the population has access to Green and Blue Open Space of a minimum area and maximum distance from their home. Totnes is an area of high need for more accessible green space with many homes being without gardens and LG is very important in improving this standard. And not just for people! This small green space (0.37 ha) in the heart of Totnes is an important nature network for wildlife.*
(*The Accessible Greenspace Standard’s focus is accessible natural green spaces for public access, providing contact with nature and contributing to nature recovery networks. Natural England website)
Why your help matters
Your support helps us plant, restore and maintain those habitats — ensuring wildlife has a home and people have a calm space to reconnect with nature.
- Community means everyone – with inclusivity at its core, LG provides a welcoming space for all; families, older residents, visitors, local groups and also for community events such as the Respect Festival. Your gift of time or resources helps ensure the garden remains in community hands with its hallmark flower gardens, beautiful design and caring, truly local, management.
- Keeping momentum: While much has already been achieved, there’s always work to be done — from fundraising to composting, from designing publicity to creating new flower beds, whether its managing the finances or organising repairs, there is always much to do to keep the garden running smoothly.
How you can help
Here are the ways you can support us — and please contact us via our volunteer form if you are keen to get involved in any way possible:
Practical Gardening / DIY Support
Whether you’re green-fingered or simply willing to lend a hand, we welcome volunteers for:
- planting, weeding, pruning, path-maintenance, wildlife habitat work
- DIY, carpentry, building garden furniture or repairing benches/fences
- seasonal tasks: preparing beds, clearing leaves etc
If you’d like to roll up your sleeves for a few hours or more, we’d love your energy.
We run a weekly organised gardening session every Tuesday afternoon where everyone is welcome.
Admin, Marketing & Organisational Support
Behind the scenes the garden needs help too. Do you have skills in:
- administration, records, membership, volunteer coordination
- communication, newsletters, social media, website updates
- fundraising, event planning, grant-writing
If so, you’ll be playing a vital role in helping the garden stay alive, organised and flourishing.
Financial Donations
Every pound helps. Donations allow us to buy plants, materials, tools, seeds, furniture and fund specialist work when needed. If you’d like to make a regular gift or a one-off donation, we’d love to hear from you.
Gifts in Kind
Do you have surplus plants, seeds, garden tools, compost, pots, timber, benches, or other materials you’re willing to donate? These make a real difference, reducing our costs and increasing our capacity.
Thank you for considering supporting Leechwell Garden. Your contribution – big or small – will help the garden continue to serve our town, our wildlife and our community for years to come.