To transform a once disused street corner in Maidenhead into an immersive nature Garden for both school students and residents to enjoy. Maidenhead council proposed the project to brighten up the busy junction by St Luke’s Primary School and involve the pupils in the process. The aim was to make the space more climate resilient, biodiverse and people-friendly.

The nature project took place over two phases: the first involved laying down the groundwork of the site and the second included a day of planting workshops with school children. Various interactive features were implemented in both phases to suit the intended visitors of the site and enhance their sensory experience.

Meristem designed this nature garden with the interests of the local primary school in mind. Complete with bug hotels, a balance beam and stepping logs, the garden encourages students and young people to enjoy and engage with the space interactively. A broad planting scheme boosts biodiversity and the visual appeal of the site.

This nature garden project has provided benefits to both the students and teachers, plus local residents and wildlife through its overall boost in wellbeing and biodiversity. Particularly, the garden will have a lasting impact on students as it is located just opposite the school, providing an interesting element to their commute. This project has also kick-started a gardening club at the primary school in which children will continue to have regular hands-on planting sessions.