DGG food group

Dulwich Going Greener food group is one of the work streams of Dulwich Going Greener. The group aims to make it easier for people in Dulwich to eat food that has a lower impact on the environment. Currently the group is focussing on two main projects: community growing space to allow local people to learn about and experience growing their own food, and give them a space in which to do so; and a local food hub, designed to make accessing local food easier, and affordable.

We see "growing your own" as a great way to reduce the environmental impact of your diet. The group is currently setting up a community food growing space at the Methodist Church Hall on Half Moon Lane where you can come and learn about food growing, and have a go yourself.

We are also investigating the possibility of food growing in some of Dulwich’s public spaces, including Dulwich Park, and looking into setting up a "matchmaking" service to link aspiring food growers without gardens to those who have gardens that aren’t being cultivated.

Buying food that has been grown or produced locally is a great way to reduce food miles and support the local economy. But sometimes sourcing local food can sometimes be difficult. The food group aims to set up a food hub that makes local food accessible, and affordable. We are currently in the process of researching and contacting local producers – if you would like to get involved in this, please contact Christine Haigh on 07870 577934 or by email (yippeee333@yahoo.co.uk).

Meetings

The group meets regularly to discuss the progress of its projects, and to plan future work. We welcome anyone who lives locally and has an interest in these issues. We usually meet at our community growing site, or at the Crown and Greyhound in Dulwich Village. For the date of the next meeting, please contact Christine (details above).

Minutes of our recent meetings can be downloaded here.