Tuesday 29th April

What a brilliant day we had at the Castle Primary School Spring Fair!

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by whether you bought a plant, had an ice cream, or simply cheered us on! With your support, we raised £283.47 for the Patch, which will go directly towards seeds, compost, and materials to help our young gardeners keep growing!

Our  fair was full of colour and excitement, with plants lovingly raised by the Patch Pals, a lucky dip for the kids, and homemade garden-themed goodies. It was wonderful to meet so many parents, carers, and community members curious about the Patch and the work the children will be doing.

Special thanks to all the volunteers who helped us set up and run the stall. Your enthusiasm makes all the difference.

If you'd like to get involved, you’re always welcome to join us at our Friday Volunteer Mornings

Here’s to sunshine, seedlings, and growing together 🌱

– Dusk & the Castle Kids Patch Team

Wednesday 2nd April

A huge thank you to the amazing team of volunteers from Natwest who joined us today at Castle Kids’ Patch! Your hard work tackling the compost area and those stubborn ivy roots has made such a difference!

We’re so grateful for your support in helping us create a special space for the children to grow and learn!

– Dusk & the Castle Kids Patch Team

Monday 24th March

A huge thank you to local villager Ashley, who brought his lovely old red tractor to the Castle Kids' Patch and kindly rotavated the entire plot! What was once a weedy, uneven patch of ground is now completely transformed, ready for the next stage of our growing journey.

It’s amazing what a difference a few hours (and the right machinery) can make. Ashley’s generosity and hard work have saved us days of digging, and we couldn’t be more grateful.

With the soil now turned and ready, the real fun begins - planting season is just around the corner!

– Dusk & the Castle Kids Patch Team

Tuesday 18th March

A huge thank you to True Tree Care Yeovil for their generous donation of a large pile of woodchip for the Castle Kids Patch! This will make a real difference in creating safe and sturdy paths around the allotment.

Of course, a pile of woodchip doesn’t move itself! Another hardworking group of volunteers spent the afternoon shifting. It was no small task, but with plenty of determination, we got the job done.

We’re so grateful for the generosity and effort that keeps this project growing—thank you to True Tree Care Yeovil and to everyone who lent a hand!

– Dusk & the Castle Kids Patch Team

Sunday 16th March

This week, a brilliant team of volunteers tackled one of the toughest jobs at the Castle Kids Patch - digging out deep-rooted weeds ahead of the tractor and rotavator arriving next week. With plenty of hard work (and a few aching muscles), they cleared the worst of the weeds to make sure the ground is in the best possible shape for the next stage.

It wasn’t easy, but with plenty of teamwork and determination, they got the job done. A huge thank you to everyone who came along and put in the effort - your hard work is what keeps this project moving forward!

Next week, the tractor takes over, and we can’t wait to see the difference it makes.

– Dusk & the Castle Kids Patch Team

Saturday 8th March

On Saturday our dedicated volunteers completely cleared the stubborn ivy that had been choking the hedge, giving it the space and light it needed to thrive again. It was a tough job, but the difference is amazing! 

Next, we’re gearing up for another volunteer day on Sunday, 16th March, to clear the whole patch of weeds and rubble - getting it ready for the mini tractor and rotavator arriving the following week. If you can spare some time, we’d love your help! Get in touch to volunteer!

– Dusk & the Castle Kids Patch Team

Sunday 2nd March

Today marked a big step forward at the Castle Kids' Patch as we cleared the last remnants of the old shed and leftover wood with a bonfire. With the space now fully cleared, we can finally start preparing the ground- ready for the children to get stuck in and begin planting! It’s an exciting moment as we move towards groundwork for growing, and we can’t wait to see the first seeds go in!

– Dusk & the Castle Kids Patch Team

Sunday, 23rd February 2025

It was a big day for Castle Kids' Patch team! Despite the mud, wind, and rain our incredible volunteers came together to clear the site, making way for the next exciting phase of our children's allotment.

Armed with gloves, tools, and plenty of determination we tackled the piles of rubbish and recycling leaving the Patch looking clear. The biggest challenge of the day? Taking down the old, collapsing shed! With a good bit of teamwork we managed to dismantle it safely.

A huge thank you to everyone who braved the weather to help out. Your hard work is what makes this project possible, and we’re so proud of what we’ve achieved together. The Patch is now ready for the next steps - watch this space!

– Dusk & the Castle Kids Patch Team