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A green corner of Withington

St Chad’s in Ladybarn, Withington, has turned a once-neglected corner of the parish grounds into a wildlife garden, complete with a forest garden containing fruit trees and bushes, a raised bed for herbs, a willow tunnel and various different wild plants and bushes. This has been an extended project over a number of years for the parish, which has achieved a bronze Eco Church award. The various elements of the garden are tied into specific aspects of scripture and liturgy. For instance, an olive tree has been planted as a reminder of the story of Noah, along with wheat and grapevines as a reflection of the Eucharist.

Revd Mark Hewerdine and Peter at St Chad's

Local history is also reflected in the garden, with the willow referring to the origins of the name ‘Withington’: ‘Woign-tun’ (a willow branch used for bundling). There is also a human ‘sun clock’ consisting of tiles laid out in such a way that you can tell the time by standing at a certain point on them.

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First published on: 9th August 2022
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