Join us!
Wild Acres Community Days
Every Tuesday, Thursday, and the last Saturday of every month
from 10:00 am to 2:30 am
No knowledge or experience is necessary. Learn new skills like gardening, food preparation, cooking outdoors, conservation and construction.
All Welcome!
Which are generously funded by The National Lottery Community Fund and the Thriving Community Gloucestershire County Council
What to Expect
Our Community Days are warm, welcoming gatherings where everyone gets involved in practical projects, such as growing food, construction, conservation work and creative activities.
We strive to provide activities that cater to everyone’s abilities and interests, ensuring a fulfilling experience for all.
We’re a small and very friendly group.
Enjoy a Free Vegetarian Lunch Together
Each session includes a delicious vegetarian lunch at no charge, prepared using produce from our own garden whenever possible. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy good food and even better company. And if you fancy getting involved in the cooking then we really welcome that too!
Learn and grow with us
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Come and see for yourself
We suggest you come down and see if Wild Acres is the right fit for you. You don’t have to stay the whole day; drop by, have a cuppa, and let us show you around our beautiful space.
Engage in community and learn new skills
By joining Wild Acres Community Days, you’ll become part of a friendly group dedicated to sustainable living and personal growth, all while enjoying a complimentary vegetarian lunch made with fresh, local produce.
Contribute to sustainability and wellbeing
Your involvement not only helps in creating a greener Gloucestershire but also develops a sense of accomplishment and community spirit through shared projects and goals. The Community Days allow you to participate in activities that directly impact the environment and local food systems.
Build connections and support local initiatives
These gatherings are designed to accommodate all abilities and interests, ensuring everyone can contribute meaningfully. By participating, you help strengthen the community fabric and support the well-being of Gloucestershire, thanks to the backing of national and local funding programs.
Our visitors say it best
At Wild Acres, every visit is unique and memorable, as reflected in the heartfelt feedback from our lovely guests
“Thanks to you everyone yesterday for making us so welcome. It is a great tonic to both of us to be with such a lovely group of people.”
“It’s a fantastic site, and what you have done so far is magical.”
“Wild Acres has been an invaluable lifeline for me at a most vulnerable period of my life. It has given me a community to join, without pressure or expectation. I can clearly see the benefits for me, in giving me a greater sense of purpose, routine, and value from the small achievements and ideas I bring along on the volunteer days.”
“A super special place. We, as a family, breathe a huge sigh of relief when we come to Wild Acres. The wide-open space just does something special to us.”
Be part of our friendly community
Wild Acres is more than just a place to volunteer—it’s a welcoming community. We’re a small, friendly group, and we’d love for you to be part of it.
Bring your enthusiasm and curiosity, and let’s grow together!
