Spring is officially here and we celebrated in the best way by putting on this year’s first instalment of Beatroots.
Live music from DJ Urb, Niksays, The Last T-Rex, Richard Hall and more entertained the busy gardens on Saturday 24th, anti war speakers Bruce Kent Vice Chairman of the CND and Lindsay German also graced us with separate talks in the classroom. Knitting, jewellery making and clay modelling commenced outside, plus there was plenty of delicious homemade food to enjoy.
Despite getting a bit chilly later on, the entire day beamed with blue skies and very warm weather, ending with a relaxing twilight bonfire for the management team (who were worn out).
The event was of course raising funds for your favourite green space, which took in almost £300, a big thank you to all that came and gave.
Due to the success of the event and the great vibe, we have decided to put on numerous Beatroot festival’s this spring and summer- stay tuned!
Sunday 25th marked co-founder Renny Antonelli’s birthday, resulting in a bacon and egg sarnie fry up and toffee chocolate cheesecake – needless to say he had a good day!
Since the last update The GBY has continued to work hard to create an even better project, with help from other organisations the lands are getting stronger every day.
Axiom housing arrived on Wednesday 14th sowing flowering plants, garlic and wildflower beds, whilst giving the grounds a good weed.
Richard from Buglife also gave a very generous donation of new tools, consisting of hoes, racks, trowels and more.
Co-founder Sophie also appeared on Radio Cambridgeshire, early on the 15th to talk with presenter Jeremy Sallis about the proposed plans for the new building, plus the future of The Green Backyard as we await confirmation from the council for a longer lease.
Kung fu classes have also been running strong with new arrivals as spring settles in, plus the return of sifu’s Rob Doran (Yi Quan) and Kim (Tai Chi).
David Hughes has been running the classes over the winter every Sunday, rain or shine, with over 25 years experience in Wing Chun (kung fu), he tutors all the above styles between 1-3pm.
Please note that the first lesson is free, lessons thereafter are £5.
Peterborough’s Evening Telegraph are also set to write another feature on the project, all the details haven’t be revealed yet but we’ll be sure to keep you posted.
There’s always more coming up at The GBY, so stay tuned to our Facebook, Twitter, news feed and website http://www.thegreenbackyard.com/news for regular updates.
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