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We’re developing a community orchard in Ravenscraig Walled Garden, Ravenscraig Park, Kirkcaldy. We’ve planted apples, pears, plums, quince, berries, soft fruit and even some nut trees. Our fantastic team of volunteers develop and maintain the orchard. We are currently looking after the trees, growing a huge range of fruit veg and …

by Ross Laird The Wild Food Walk took place on Saturday 8th June. The sun was shining on Beveridge Park, and an eager group of participants enjoyed an informative session with expert Tony Wilson. First Tony recommended a book which detailed some edible wild plants, and importantly some poisonous ones …

By Fraser Nicol Earlier this year Greener Kirkcaldy were approached by Fife Council, to take part in their ‘Edible and Tasty Spaces’ (E.A.T.S) project and were more than happy to jump head first at the chance to promote another great project.  Greener Kirkcaldy were asked to plant and look after …

Crowds gathered to go bat hunting! The group gathered outside of Kirkcaldy Rugby Club in the Beveridge Park at around 20:30 not to go to the party, but to go on the hunt for bats. There were mixed feelings for the small, furry creatures; mainly anticipation and excitement, but also …

by Russell You may have noticed some works going on in Dunnikier Park over the last few months.  Greener Kirkcaldy has been involved in the developments on the area of grass between Kirkcaldy High and the chalet park, from planning to planting trees.  You can read more about the project …

By Ross Laird Thursday was an excellent day for another volunteering session. The day was sunny and warmer than it had been lately and there was a lot of work to be done.  There was a wide range of activities for example the radishes were planted out, the vegetable bed …

Ross Laird has been volunteering with Greener Kirkcaldy for the last few months at Ravenscraig Walled Garden as part of his Duke of Edinburgh Award.  He’s so keen he’s also been writing articles for our website.  Keep an eye out for future entries, but here’s his take on being a …

By Ross Laird While I was looking for volunteering opportunities for my Duke of Edinburgh Award I came across Greener Kirkcaldy. I found out that there was a chance to volunteer at the orchard and I soon contacted Greener Kirkcaldy and before I knew it I was helping to weed …