A PROJECT which aims to team people who have gardens with others who are keen to grow food has been launched in Malvern.

Lets Grow Together is a sharing scheme which is being organised by environmental group Transition Malvern Hills.

Gardeners who don’t have anywhere to grow food get a plot of land and in exchange owners of gardens have a share of the produce.

Similar schemes have been a success in other parts of the country and organiser Wilma Harrington believes it could also be a hit in Malvern – especially considering the town’s lack of allotments.

She said: “The allotment situation is pretty dire in Malvern and there is a long waiting list. It occurred to us that there must be people in Malvern who would benefit from a scheme like this.

“Perhaps those who were once active in their gardens, but are no longer able would enjoy seeing their gardens come alive again while sharing their valuable knowledge and experience.

“Some may have space in their garden but not the time to grow their own. This would be an ideal way to enjoy some homegrown food without all the hard work.”

Organisers are also looking for people who don’t have a garden to share but would be willing to offer advice or unwanted tools in any condition to refurbish.

Mrs Harrington said: “There is a lot of interest in growing your own food and hopefully this will make it possible. Once you start growing your own food you will never stop. It is very addictive.”

Anyone interested in getting involved should call 01684 891273 or e-mail food@transitionmalvernhills.org.uk.

For more information about Transition Malvern Hills visit transitionmalvernhills.org.uk.