Lake District residents plant 70 bulbs for Abbeyfield's 70th anniversary

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 14 Oct, 07:03 · Archive

Residents at Nine Oaks in Windermere planted 70 bulbs to celebrate the Abbeyfield Living Society's 70th anniversary.

Residents at Nine Oaks, a sheltered housing scheme in Windermere, planted 70 bulbs to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Abbeyfield Living Society, founded in 1956. The scheme joined Abbeyfield in April and now forms part of the charity's network of 64 services across England. The planting was inspired by Abbeyfield's 'Planting Roots for Our Future' campaign, which encourages each of its services to plant a tree, shrub or flowers.

Karen Harley, manager at Nine Oaks, said the activity gave residents the chance to engage in the anniversary celebrations. 'There's something really fitting about planting something that will grow and change over time, just as Abbeyfield has done over the past 70 years,' she said. Resident Ian added: 'There's something very satisfying about getting your hands in the soil. It's good for you – and it's even better when you're doing it together.'

Nine Oaks provides housing, meals, activities and support for up to 23 older people. The bulb planting is one of several events at the scheme marking Abbeyfield's anniversary year.

How it is being reported

• Why 70 bulbs have been planted at this Lake District housing schemeA Lake District housing scheme has marked a special milestone with a gardening activity.Westmorland Gazette · 14 Oct, 06:00
• Why 70 bulbs have been planted at this Lake District housing schemeA Lake District housing scheme has marked a special milestone with a gardening activity.NW Evening Mail · 14 Oct, 06:00

In this story: Nine Oaks · Abbeyfield Living Society · Windermere · Karen Harley

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