UPCOMING EVENTS
Health Volunteer Network
Help Us Build a Healthier L8 Community
Join the Health Volunteer Network and make a direct, lasting difference in the lives of your neighbours.
Ways you can help
You don’t need a medical background to make an impact. Our Health Volunteer Network programme will train bilingual women with practical health skills and services to help improve health outcomes for BAME communities in Liverpool, using their interpreting skills to support vulnerable individuals in understanding health information and accessing healthcare. Women will be able to access volunteering roles with local organisations and grow our volunteers’ network.
What you will gain
We will provide all the training and support you need to thrive
Health Navigators
Guide patients through local health services and community resources.
Wellness Companions
Provide friendly check-ins, emotional support, and company for isolated residents.
Event Assistants
Help run local health fairs, vaccination drives, and wellness workshops.
Outreach Advocates
Distribute vital health information and educational materials in your local community.
Benefits
Connect
Connect – Meet passionate, like-minded locals who care about community health.
Gain Skills
Build experience in community health, communication, and care giving.
Give Back
See the direct impact of your time on your neighbours’ well-being.
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Clubmoor Allotments
The Big Local area was based in Clubmoor, a neighbourhood in Liverpool, which had been a small village until the 1920s, when it was redeveloped to ease inner city crowding. Clubmoor was primarily residential, with some shops, including a small retail park. While local green spaces were limited , just outside the Big Local area there was a large recreation ground with multiple sports pitches and a small, wooded area with pond at Larkhill Estate Gardens. Residents were well connected to the city via multiple bus routes and a ring road, and other community assets included primary schools, churches, and a couple of community centres
FAQ’s
Yes, the main purpose of an allotment is to grow your own food, so priority is given to cultivating edible crops like fruit, herbs, and vegetables, though you are also welcome to grow flowers. Common restrictions often include planting fruit trees without prior permission, so it’s best to check your site’s specific rules first. The most important “do” is to keep your plot well-maintained. This means keeping it free from weeds, cultivated, and in a clean and tidy condition all year round
Many allotments do allow dogs, but they must be kept under proper control at all times. You must ensure your dog doesn’t stray onto other people’s plots, and you are responsible for clearing up any fouling immediately and removing it from the site.
This is a very common question, as rules on bonfires have changed significantly. Many councils, including Liverpool, now have a very restrictive approach because bonfires can cause air pollution, pose a health and safety risk, and be a nuisance to other plot-holders and neighbours. In many areas, bonfires, incinerators, burners, or any other kind of open flame are strictly prohibited on allotment sites. The preferred and encouraged method for dealing with garden waste is to compost wherever possible. Always check your site’s specific rules, but be prepared that burning is likely not permitted.
Allotments are wonderfully rewarding, but they do require a genuine commitment. You should expect to spend a considerable amount of time tending your plot, especially during the growing season. A general guideline is that you may need to spend approximately 4-5 hours per week during the summer months on a standard plot, and about 1-2 hours per week during the winter. It’s crucial to be realistic about the time you can dedicate, as keeping on top of weeds and cultivation is a key responsibility.